Direct Support Specialist — Make a Real Impact Daily

Easterseals; Paris (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Annual Performance Bonus

Tenure Pay Scale

$1 Shift Premium on Sat & Sun 9a-9p

403(b) retirement plan

Generous PTO

Job summary

Easter Seals of Tennessee is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to help people with disabilities live, learn and participate in their communities. DSPs provide daily caregiving in person-supported homes, assisting with meals, hygiene and medication administration, and may help with community activities.

We offer competitive pay, benefits, and training to support your success. Starting pay is $15 per hour with a $1 shift premium on Saturdays and Sundays, plus a tenure pay

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must have valid automobile insurance.
• Basic computer skills.
• Pass a background and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Provide caregiver assistance with daily activities including meals, personal hygiene, and medication administration.
• Support individuals in the community and at person-supported homes.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to implement therapeutic and behavioral plans.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Valid driver's license

Job description

Easter Seals of Tennessee is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to help people with disabilities live, learn and participate in their communities. DSPs provide daily caregiving in person-supported homes, assisting with meals, hygiene and medication administration, and may help with community activities.

We offer competitive pay, benefits, and training to support your success. Starting pay is $15 per hour with a $1 shift premium on Saturdays and Sundays, plus a tenure pay