Day Support Counselor (part-time)

Day Support Counselor (part-time)

Mental Health Support Services

Hourly Rate: $21.99 - $29.67

Deadline: 11:59 p.m. February 1, 2026

Who We Are:
Mental Health Support Services (MHSS) is the provider of mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorder services for children and adults in Chesterfield County. The Day Support Program provides day-time services at a community day program center to include skills training, supervision, and leisure/recreational activities to individuals with developmental disabilities. We are seeking qualified professionals who are passionate, dedicated, and energized about supporting individuals in developing relationships and connecting with the community. If this is you, then come join our team!

Minimum Education and Experience:
High school diploma or GED; some college coursework preferred; experience in giving direct behavioral and hygiene care to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities or related experience in a human services field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. At least five (5) years of direct day support experience and/or experience in providing behavioral and hygienic care to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred. Experience using an electronic health record preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of basic proper methods and techniques used in the personal care, development and rehabilitation of individuals with intellectual disabilities. Ability to operate a personal computer and related software and other standard office equipment; to communicate effectively orally and in writing; to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers. Certifications in Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), Basic Life Support (BLS) and/or Medication Administration preferred.

Additional Requirements:
Current valid driver’s license and good driving record required. Based on the Virginia DMV point system, record must not reflect a total of six or more demerit points within the twenty-four months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation of six demerit points within the preceding thirty-six months. Out of state driving records must be obtained by applicant and presented at time of interview. Records must reflect at least three years of history and be dated within thirty days of interview date. 

Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required.

This position is considered Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Provides direct care, support, training and assistance to participants in the day support program in the areas of personal hygiene, behavior, and community integration;
• Facilitates classes for individuals, and assist individuals with recreational, cultural and civic activities in the community;
• Completes progress notes, learning plans and daily documentation on services and supports provided to individuals;
• Participates in the development and implementation of individual support plans as a member of the day program and monitors/evaluates individual’s progress; and
• Performs other work as required.

A Chesterfield County application is required and must be submitted online by deadline. Visit chesterfield.gov/careers to view instructions and to complete and submit an application. (804) 748-1551.

An Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion