Lead Direct Support Professional — Inspire Independence

Pauline & Thomas Healthcare; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 40,187,000 - 57,237,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental, and Life

Employee Discount Programs

Paid New Hire Training including CPR &

Career Advancement Opportunities

Retirement Saving Program

Job summary

Pauline & Thomas Healthcare in Nashville, Tennessee seeks Lead Direct Support Professionals to empower individuals with disabilities to live independently and enjoy a high quality of life.

You will support one person at a time, assist with daily living, implement ISP, administer medications with proper documentation, and accompany the person to medical appointments and job sites while fostering community connections.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Valid Driver's License.
• High School Diploma/GED.
• I9 Identification (Social Security Card, Passport, etc.).
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to crawl, kneel, climb, stop and squat.
• Must read, write, and communicate verbally in English.
• 1 year of direct care experience.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for 1 person supported.
• Assist individuals with disabilities with daily living and independence skills/personal care (may include grooming, bathing, feeding).
• Implement Individual Support Plans (ISP).
• Administer medication(s) and complete appropriate documentation.
• Accompany person supported to medical appointments.
• Accompany person supported to job site(s).
• Foster a meaningful relationship between the individuals and their community.

Skills

Verbal English communication

Documentation skills

Medication administration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Pauline & Thomas Healthcare in Nashville, Tennessee seeks Lead Direct Support Professionals to empower individuals with disabilities to live independently and enjoy a high quality of life.

You will support one person at a time, assist with daily living, implement ISP, administer medications with proper documentation, and accompany the person to medical appointments and job sites while fostering community connections.