Direct Support Professional (Weekend Warrior)

Community Options, Inc.; Cookeville (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

403b Retirement Plan

Great coworkers

Tuition assistance partnerships

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Cookeville, TN is hiring Full‑Time Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, and Home Health Aides to provide person‑centered care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Starting pay is $16.68/hour.

Previous DSP/CNA/Home Health or behavioral health experience is preferred. Responsibilities include assisting with daily routines, health monitoring, community participation, documentation, and driving to appointments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Background checks (criminal, central registry, etc.) and drug testing are required.
• Ability to establish a supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, and personal hygiene.
• Monitor health and medical needs and report concerns immediately.
• Support development of independent and community-based skills.
• Participate in community, social, and recreational activities.
• Transport individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community.
• Document program activities and billable records accurately and timely.
• Build a support network with community members, businesses, and families.
• Cooperate with license and department staff during inspections or inquiries.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Crisis management

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-TimeDirect Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Cookeville, TN to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference!Previous experience as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), CNA/Home Health, or behavioral health is preferred

Starting pay is $16.68/per hour

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• 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
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Minimum Requirements

• 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
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision).
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday!
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs.
• 403b Retirement Plan.
• Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities.
• Great coworkers/team that support you!
• University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! Careers.comop.org

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