Compassionate Direct Support Specialist

Easter Seals Tennessee Inc; Cedar Grove (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Company Paid Life & Long-Term Disab.

403(b) retirement plan

Generous PTO

Tenure Pay Scale

Annual Performance Bonus

Weekend shift premium

Job summary

Easter Seals of Tennessee is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to help people with disabilities learn, work, and participate in their communities. Based in person-supported homes, DSPs provide daily living assistance and coordinate with clinical staff.

This role emphasizes compassion, reliability, and a positive attitude. Starting pay is $15 per hour with a $1 shift premium on Saturdays and Sundays, plus health and life insurance and a 403(b) plan with generous PTO.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must have valid automobile insurance.
• Pass a background and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Provide caregiver assistance with daily activities such as meals and personal hygiene.
• Administer medications as prescribed and monitor health needs.
• Support community involvement and collaborate with clinical staff on therapeutic plans.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Job description

Easter Seals of Tennessee is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to help people with disabilities learn, work, and participate in their communities. Based in person-supported homes, DSPs provide daily living assistance and coordinate with clinical staff.

This role emphasizes compassion, reliability, and a positive attitude. Starting pay is $15 per hour with a $1 shift premium on Saturdays and Sundays, plus health and life insurance and a 403(b) plan with generous PTO.