Direct Support Professional: Flexible Shifts, Paid Training

Community Options, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance options

Paid holidays

PTO

Employee discounts

403b retirement plan

Career growth opportunities

Great coworkers

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Knoxville, TN is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, and Home Health Aides in full-time, part-time, or PRN roles. New hires receive PAID training and there is a starting pay rate of $15.00 per hour.

Flexibility with schedule and open availability to cover shifts is required for floater positions. Responsibilities include direct care tailored to ISP/PCP, assisting with daily routines and medications, driving to appointments, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care tailored to ISP/PCP.
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene.
• Monitor health and medical needs and report concerns.
• Assist with learning and development of independent and community-based skills.
• Participate in community, social, and recreational activities.
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community.
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely.
• Build a support network by developing relationships with community members, businesses, and families.
• Ensure work locations and vehicles are clean and safe.
• Additional tasks may be assigned.
• Cooperate with licensee and department staff in inspections.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written comms

Ability to establish supportive关系

Good judgment in crisis

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. in Knoxville, TN is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, and Home Health Aides in full-time, part-time, or PRN roles. New hires receive PAID training and there is a starting pay rate of $15.00 per hour.

Flexibility with schedule and open availability to cover shifts is required for floater positions. Responsibilities include direct care tailored to ISP/PCP, assisting with daily routines and medications, driving to appointments, and