Direct Support Professional (Floater)

Community Options Job Board; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Benefits

Paid Holidays and Birthday Holiday

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Chattanooga, TN is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff and Home Health Aides to provide person-centered support to individuals with developmental disabilities.

New hires receive paid training with no prior experience required, a starting rate of $15.00 per hour, and comprehensive benefits after 90 days. Positions available include full-time, part-time and PRN, with opportunities to grow in a supportive team.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care tailored to ISP/PCP.
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding and hygiene.
• Monitor health needs and report concerns.
• Support development of independent/community-based skills.
• Participate in community, social and recreational activities.
• Transport individuals to appointments and activities.
• Complete program documentation and billing records.
• Build a support network with community, businesses and families.
• Maintain clean and safe work locations and vehicles.
• Cooperate with staff during inspections or inquiries.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written comms

Relationship building

Calm under pressure

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are Now Hiring Full-Time, Part-Time, PRNDirect Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Chattanooga, TN to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is afantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference!No experience required– we provide PAID training!

Newly increased Starting Rate: $15.00 per/hour for weekend warriors and comprehensive benefits offered after 90 days of employment!

We are also offering a $250 Employee Referral!

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities tailored to their Individual Support Plan (ISP)/Person Centered Plan (PCP)
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills
• Participate with individuals 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 for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
• Ensure work locations and vehicles are clean and well maintained to provide a safe Environment
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
• High School Diploma or GED
• 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

Working Conditions

• Work in residential programs, day programs, and in the community
• Transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
• Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
• Overtime may be required due to business needs
• May be required to lift or move 25+ pounds

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Generous PTO
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Incredible career growth opportunities

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the friendly staff at our office!Phone Number:423-892-0022

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Equal Opportunity Employer
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