Caregiver / Direct Support Professional (DSP), Day Program

Waves, Inc.; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Company Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan with a generous Company Match

Job summary

A community service organization located in Franklin, TN is looking for a Full-Time Direct Support Professional for its Day Program. The role involves facilitating engaging activities that promote independence for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. This rewarding position offers an hourly rate of $16, with work hours typically from Monday to Friday, 6 AM to 3 PM. Eligible employees receive benefits such as affordable health insurance, life insurance, and a retirement savings plan.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for assisting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
• Experience in creating engaging activities for participants.
• Capability to complete detailed documentation as required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate fun, engaging activities for program members.
• Assist members in developing skills for independence.
• Maintain regular communication with team leaders and document activities.

Skills

Passion for helping others

Ability to teach independent living skills

Strong communication skills

Job description

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Direct Support Professional (DSP), Day Program

Direct Support Professional, Day Program - located in Franklin, TN

Are you passionate about helping others? Would you like to make a difference in the life of someone with an intellectual or developmental disability? If you answered yes, we encourage you to apply for a Full-Time position in one of our Day Programs!

This is a full-time, hourly opportunity. The days and hours are Monday - Friday and will vary between 6 AM - 3 PM. The position starts at an hourly rate of $16/hour.

Our Day Program is all about helping our members:

Create and complete fun, engaging activities together, either in-house or community-based, that encourage their independence and skill-building.

• Joining a local cooking class in order to help teach independent living skills.
• Teaching money management skills by community-based budgeting & spending opportunities.
• Exploring the member's interests and strengths, such as photography, fitness, or the arts and theatre.
• Volunteering locally to promote community involvement.
• Activity-based group outings like bowling, going to the park, or a local community event.
• Educate members on how to advocate for themselves while providing the support they need to make decisions.

The person in this position will report to, and work closely with the Program Manager. They will become familiar with each waiver’s regulations, communicate regularly with the Team Lead and Coordinators, gain knowledge of each Person-Centered Support Plan (PCSP) or Individual Support Plan (ISP), and will be responsible for completing detailed documentation.

This is a valuable position that will provide the employee with the satisfaction and fulfillment that come along with doing good for others in our community. Waves also offers the following benefits for Full-Time eligible employees:

· Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.

· Company Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance

· Additional Life Insurance options

· Retirement Savings Plan with a generous Company Match