Direct Support Specialist: Meaningful Care & Flexible Hours

Emory Valley Center; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Professional Development

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Free TextCare

Referral Program

Child Care Discount

Gym Membership

Job summary

Emory Valley Center in Oak Ridge, TN is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide compassionate, person-centered care to adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Paid training and ongoing support help you build essential skills while making a meaningful difference in daily lives.

No experience is required; full-time and part-time shifts are available. You will assist with daily living tasks, support community participation, monitor needs, and follow

Qualifications

• Strong judgment and ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Compassionate approach to personal care.
• Comfortable interacting with diverse individuals.
• Basic computer and administrative skills.
• Adaptability and strong problem-solving in dynamic settings.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily living activities, including cooking, dressing, grooming, and household routines.
• Encourage independence, personal choice, problem-solving, and achievement of individual goals.
• Help people participate in community activities and build meaningful relationships.
• Monitor and report physical, emotional, and behavioral needs to the care team.
• Administer medications and follow individual medical and support plans.
• Implement behavior-support plans using positive, respectful approaches.
• Maintain a safe, clean, welcoming environment.
• Complete accurate documentation and communicate important updates with the team.

Skills

Strong judgment

Compassionate care

Interacting with diverse individuals

Adaptability

De-escalation skills

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Emory Valley Center in Oak Ridge, TN is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide compassionate, person-centered care to adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Paid training and ongoing support help you build essential skills while making a meaningful difference in daily lives.

No experience is required; full-time and part-time shifts are available. You will assist with daily living tasks, support community participation, monitor needs, and follow