TITLE: Direct Support Specialist VA SUMMARY: All Direct Support Specialists have the primary responsibility to support people in their achievement of the highest level of independence. The Direct Support Specialist will provide this support via education, instruction and support of persons served. * Support the person to participate in the community according to their individual choice and preference. * Teach the person decision-making skills and selection of realistic options. * Encourage the person to make informed choices, including decisions regarding his/her services. * Encourage the person to become a responsible citizen in his/her community of choice. * Provide supervision and guidance to the person for skills needed to take ownership with daily living skills and personal support needs. * Ensure the health and safety of person and person's belongings at all times. * Follow procedures to report any suspicion of abuse, neglect, and/or exploitation. * Be very knowledgeable of all a...