Direct Support Pro: Empower Lives and Build Community

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Company Paid Life & Long-Term Disabil

403(b) retirement plan

Generous PTO

Tenure Pay Scale

Annual Performance Bonus

Shift Premium on Sat & Sun 9a-9p

Job summary

Easter Seals Tennessee Inc. is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals to help people with disabilities learn, work and engage in their communities.

Based in person-supported homes, DSPs assist with daily activities such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, and medication administration. You will work as part of a clinical team to support therapeutic plans, encourage community involvement, and promote quality of life.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide caregiver assistance with daily activities such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, and medication administration.
• Support individuals in the community and participate in community involvement.
• Support therapeutic and behavioral plans in partnership with clinical staff to enhance quality of life.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Job description

Easter Seals Tennessee Inc. is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals to help people with disabilities learn, work and engage in their communities.

Based in person-supported homes, DSPs assist with daily activities such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, and medication administration. You will work as part of a clinical team to support therapeutic plans, encourage community involvement, and promote quality of life.