Direct Support Professional Residential Habilitation

Paycom; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shift

Job summary

Orange Grove Center is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals in achieving greater independence and safety through person-centered support. You will help with daily living, personal care, and community activities, promoting choice and dignity.

The role emphasizes building relationships, following individual support plans, and maintaining confidentiality in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily living, personal care, mobility, and activities as needed.
• Support individuals in employment, education, social, recreational, and community activities.
• Build positive relationships while respecting dignity, privacy, rights, and choices.

Skills

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer skills

Valid driver's license

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Head Quarters - Chattanooga, TN 37404, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School or Equivalent, Salary Range: $14.68 - $15.68 Hourly, Job Shift: Flexible, Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services, Make an Impact Grow Your Career Join a Mission Change a Life

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Orange Grove Center, you will help individuals achieve greater independence, safety, and quality of life through person-centered support.

• Support Individuals & Promote Independence
• Provide individualized support based on each person's needs, goals, and support plan.
• Encourage choice, independence, self-advocacy, and positive life choices.
• Assist with daily living, personal care, mobility, and other activities as needed.
• Support individuals in employment, education, social, recreational, and community activities.
• Build positive relationships while respecting the individual's dignity, privacy, rights, and choices.

Health & Safety

• Monitor and respond to individuals' health and safety needs.
• Follow individual health, behavioral, medication, and emergency plans.
• Complete required training and follow procedures for CPR, First Aid, crisis prevention, medication administration, and universal precautions.
• Recognize and immediately report concerns involving health, safety, abuse, neglect, exploitation, or other incidents.
• Safely operate and maintain required adaptive and support equipment.

Documentation & Communication

• Accurately complete required documentation, including daily notes, data collection, medication records, incident reports, and other required records.
• Communicate important information promptly and professionally with supervisors, coworkers, families, and support team members.
• Maintain confidentiality and protect individual information.

Maintain a Safe & Supportive Environment

• Help maintain clean, safe, organized, and welcoming environments.
• Follow safety, emergency, infection-control, and organizational procedures.
• Report maintenance, equipment, or environmental safety concerns promptly.

Professional Responsibilities

• Follow Orange Grove Centers' policies, procedures, Code of Ethics, and individual support plans.
• Arrive on time, remain engaged throughout the scheduled shift, and remain until properly relieved.
• Attend required training, meetings, and professional development activities.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team and demonstrate reliability, accountability, and initiative.

Essential Expectations

Successful DSPs are:

• Compassionate – Treat every individual with dignity, patience, and respect.
• Dependable – Show up, follow through, and be someone others can count on.
• Respectful – Honor individual rights, choices, privacy, and independence.
• Attentive – Recognize changes in behavior, health, safety, and individual needs.
• Professional – Communicate appropriately and maintain healthy professional boundaries.
• Adaptable – Remain calm and flexible when situations change.
• Responsible – Follow policies, procedures, support plans, and documentation requirements.
• Team-Oriented – Communicate effectively and work cooperatively with others.
• Growth-Minded – Be willing to learn, complete required training, and develop new skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Basic computer skills.
• Valid identification, such as a Social Security card, state-issued ID, or valid driver's license.
• Valid driver's license and an acceptable three-year Motor Vehicle Report.
• F endorsement required, excluding GA or AL driver's licenses.
• Successful completion of required background checks and pre-employment screenings.
• Ability to successfully complete all required training and job-related qualifications.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with reasonable accommodations available as applicable.

At Orange Grove Center, DSPs are more than caregivers. They are advocates, teachers, mentors, problem-solvers, and partners in helping individuals live meaningful and more independent lives.