Direct Support Professional at Easter Seals Tennessee Inc

, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Sep, 26

Salary

15.0

Posted On

13 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Meal Preparation, Personal Hygiene Care, Medication Administration, Community Facilitation, Behavioral Support, Basic Computer Skills, Caregiving, Compassion

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description Easter Seals of Tennessee is looking for compassionate and hardworking people to make profound positive differences in the lives of people with disabilities as they learn, work and play in their communities! Shifts Available: PT Day shift - Mon & Tues 1PM-3PM, Wed 9 AM - 3 PM Thurs 9 AM - 11 AM Second Shift Mon - Thurs 2 PM - 10 PM Weekend Day Saturday and Sunday 9 AM - 9 PM What we offer: $15 per hour starting rate. Tenure Pay Scale Annual Performance Bonus $1 Shift Premium on Sat & Sun 9a-9p Health Insurance Company Paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance Other benefits available including 403(b) retirement plan and generous PTO Our Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age Must have a valid driver's license Must have valid automobile insurance Basic computer skills Pass a background and drug screen. Our Direct Support Professionals (DSP) are the exemplary reflection of the wonderful mission-driven work we do here every day. At the end of your workday, you know you have made a difference in someone’s life. Based in our person supported home, DSPs provide caregiver assistance with daily activities such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, and medication administration. DSPs may also facilitate community involvement by accompanying individuals in the community. In addition, DSPs support therapeutic and behavioral plans in partnership with clinical staff to enhance the quality of life for those we support. Whether you have previous experience in a role like this, or this just sounds like the type of impact you want to make… we want to hear from you! Bring the right attitude, we’ll train you for success! We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Responsibilities

Provide daily caregiver assistance including meal preparation, personal hygiene, and medication administration within a supported home. Facilitate community involvement and implement therapeutic and behavioral plans to enhance the quality of life for individuals with disabilities.