Direct Support Advocate - Flexible Hours, Daily Pay

Addus HomeCare; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily & Weekly Pay Option

Travel reimbursement.

Flexible schedule

Direct deposit

Job summary

Addus HomeCare is hiring Direct Support Professionals in Oak Ridge, TN. Earn up to $15.68 per hour and gain hands-on experience delivering life-changing home care to seniors and people with disabilities living independently.

This entry-level role offers flexible hours, meaningful work, and the chance to start a growing career in a values-driven organization. As a DSP, you will follow care plans, assist with personal care, transport, and support daily tasks while maintaining safety and reporting

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and one year of in-home care experience.
• Able to pass a criminal background check.
• Reliable transportation with valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and follow instructions.
• Good communication skills.
• Reliable, energetic, self-motivated, and well-organized.
• Comfortable using an electronic device.

Responsibilities

• Follow a care plan for the member and report on completed tasks.
• Assist people with personal care (bathing, dressing, etc.)
• Support routine house cleaning, laundry, and assist with meal preparation.
• Transport members to appointments, daily errands, and other locations as necessary.
• Assist member with the self-administration of medications (no administering or measuring)
• Observe and report any changes in member's condition.

Skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Self-motivation

Organized

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Addus HomeCare is hiring Direct Support Professionals in Oak Ridge, TN. Earn up to $15.68 per hour and gain hands-on experience delivering life-changing home care to seniors and people with disabilities living independently.

This entry-level role offers flexible hours, meaningful work, and the chance to start a growing career in a values-driven organization. As a DSP, you will follow care plans, assist with personal care, transport, and support daily tasks while maintaining safety and reporting