Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Part Time – Springfield, TN

44i; Springfield (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Overtime (Optional)

Health/Dental/Vision insurance (120 0?

403B Retirement (1,040 hours/annual)

Longevity Pay

Referral Bonus

Job summary

44i is seeking Direct Support Professionals to assist adults with intellectual disabilities in Springfield, TN. You will help implement person-centered goals, document daily activities, and transport clients to community settings as needed.

The role requires a GED, being 18+, and the ability to pass a drug test and background check. Training prepares you to succeed in this service context, with opportunities for career growth and rewards.

Qualifications

• GED is required and applicant must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to pass a drug test and national background check.
• Ability to work well with others and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Assist adults with intellectual disabilities to reach goals and daily activities.
• Administer and document medications through state certification.
• Document activities of daily living and transport individuals as needed.
• Support implementation of person-centered goals and outcomes.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Drug test ready

Education

GED

Job description

Direct Support Professionals are the heartbeat of providers serving adults with intellectual disabilities. The DSP plays a vital role in helping adults with intellectual disabilities reach their goals and aspirations through various forms.

The DSP offers a variety of assistance such as helping with the implementation of person-centered goals and outcomes, administering and documenting medication through a state issued certification, documenting activities of daily living, and transporting individuals to and from community integrated settings.

Benefits Include:

• Holiday Pay
• Overtime (Optional)
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance (120 hours/month minimum)
• 403B Retirement (1,040 hours/annual minimum)
• Longevity Pay
• Referral Bonus

At a minimum, a GED is required, and the applicant must be at least 18 years old. Experience in the field of intellectual disabilities is helpful but not required as we provide a training curriculum designed to help the applicant acclimate to this service type and culture. The applicant must be able to pass a drug test and a national criminal background check per state requirements. Please note that not all findings will disqualify the applicant from employment. In addition, the applicant needs to be able to work well with others and supervisors and possess a valid driver’s license.