Direct Support Professional

addus; Ripley (TN); On-site; USD 16,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily & Weekly Pay Option

Travel reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Direct deposit

Job summary

Addus in Ripley, TN, is looking for a Direct Support Professional to aid seniors and individuals with disabilities. In this rewarding position, you will follow care plans, assist with personal care, and provide necessary transportation. Addus offers flexible scheduling and a supportive work environment.

Candidates should hold a high school diploma or GED and have one-year experience in home care services. Reliable transportation and good communication skills are essential. Join a team that values your contributions and fosters professional growth.

Qualifications

• One year of in-home care services experience preferred.
• Able to pass a criminal background check.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Follow a care plan for the member and report completed tasks.
• Observe and report any changes in member's condition.
• Assist member with self-administration of medications.
• Transport member to appointments and errands.
• Support routine house cleaning and meal preparation.
• Assist people with personal care.

Skills

Good communication skills

Reliable and self-motivated

Comfortable using electronic devices

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Hourly pay up to $15.68/HR.

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to learn the fundamentals of quality home care and deliver life‑changing service to your clients. As an Addus Direct Support Professional, you’ll play a vital role in supporting seniors and people with disabilities living independently. This rewarding, entry‑level position provides consistent, flexible hours to accommodate your personal needs, while providing a great career with a growing, innovative industry leader.

If you have a genuine passion for helping others, and you are looking for a meaningful, fulfilling career with a dynamic, values‑driven organization that recognizes and supports your contribution, we invite you to join our team.

DSP Benefits

• Daily & Weekly Pay Option
• Travel reimbursement
• Flexible schedule
• Direct deposit

DSP Responsibilities

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

DSP Qualifications

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

Despite challenging economic conditions caused by COVID-19 Addus HomeCare is still hiring DSP's in over 186 locations across the United States. Addus has implemented comprehensive safety policies based on CDC guidelines designed to promote workplace safety. We are providing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including gloves, face masks, hand sanitizer and anti‑bacterial soap to our employees.

We are offering virtual job interviews as a safety measure against COVID-19. Apply today and learn more about our current opportunities.

Addus provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.