Direct Support Specialist: Empowering Independence

Orange-Grove-Center-Inc; Glenwood (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange Grove Center is seeking a direct support professional in Tennessee to assist individuals with daily living, health monitoring, and community integration.

You will follow individual plans, help with mobility, hygiene, and activities, document outcomes, and support family relationships and independence.

Responsibilities include medication administration per policy, safety and emergency procedures, CPI, and maintaining privacy and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Standard high school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Seven year Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) required.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to achieve quality of life and health as per individual plans.
• Assist with mobility, hygiene, daily living activities and documentation.
• Document data, outcomes, incidents and seizure reports per policy.
• Administer medications accurately and follow agency procedures.
• Follow emergency procedures and safety protocols.

Skills

Ability to read and write English

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license with F endorsement

Job description

Orange Grove Center is seeking a direct support professional in Tennessee to assist individuals with daily living, health monitoring, and community integration.

You will follow individual plans, help with mobility, hygiene, and activities, document outcomes, and support family relationships and independence.

Responsibilities include medication administration per policy, safety and emergency procedures, CPI, and maintaining privacy and professionalism.