Direct Support Professional — Paid Training & Growth

Community Options, Inc.; Hickory Valley (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance options

Paid holidays

PTO

Employee discounts

403b retirement plan

Career growth

Tuition help

University partnerships

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Chattanooga, TN is hiring full-time Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, and Home Health Aides to provide person-centered care.

No experience required—paid training is provided. Starting pay is $15.68 per hour with multiple shifts available (1st, 2nd, 3rd). Join a team dedicated to helping individuals with developmental disabilities live independently and participate in their communities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.
• Ability to build supportive relationships.
• Able to stay calm in crisis situations.
• Background checks required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and hygiene
• Monitor health and report concerns promptly
• Support learning and development of independent/community skills
• Participate in community, social, recreational activities
• Drive to medical appointments and community activities
• Complete program documentation and billable records accurately
• Build a support network with community, businesses, families
• Additional tasks may be assigned
• Cooperate with license and department staff during inspections

Skills

Direct care

Crisis management

Relationship building

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. in Chattanooga, TN is hiring full-time Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, and Home Health Aides to provide person-centered care.

No experience required—paid training is provided. Starting pay is $15.68 per hour with multiple shifts available (1st, 2nd, 3rd). Join a team dedicated to helping individuals with developmental disabilities live independently and participate in their communities.