Full-Time Direct Support Professional — Make a Difference

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Options (Medical

Paid Holidays including Birthday

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Career Growth Opportunities

Great coworkers

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is hiring Full-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSP) in Cookeville, Tennessee to provide person-centered care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Prior DSP, CNA, Home Health, or behavioral health experience is preferred.

Starting pay is $16.68 per hour with shifts Thursday through Monday. Responsibilities include direct care, daily living support, health monitoring, documentation, and community integration, while building positive

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to build supportive relationships with individuals receiving supports.
• Background checks including criminal, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and personal hygiene.
• Monitor health and medical needs and report concerns immediately.
• Support learning and development of independent and community-based skills.
• Participate in community, social, and recreational activities with individuals.
• Transport individuals to medical appointments and community activities; ensure timely documentation.

Skills

Direct care

Patient support

Documentation

Crisis management

Transportation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is hiring Full-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSP) in Cookeville, Tennessee to provide person-centered care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Prior DSP, CNA, Home Health, or behavioral health experience is preferred.

Starting pay is $16.68 per hour with shifts Thursday through Monday. Responsibilities include direct care, daily living support, health monitoring, documentation, and community integration, while building positive