Overnight Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Temp 30hrs

Department for Persons with Disabilities; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAID training

Medical/vision and dental

Life insurance

403B with company-matching

Generous paid time off

Flexible spending accounts

Accidental/Critical Illness Insurance

Job summary

Department for Persons with Disabilities (DPD) is seeking a Direct Support Professional for overnight shifts in our group homes. The role supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, assisting with personal care, daily living activities, and medication administration.

The position requires a HS diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and the ability to meet CPR/First Aid requirements. Benefits include health, life, and retirement options, plus paid training.

Qualifications

• Be motivated to work as part of a team that acts in the best interest of our residents at all times.
• Experience with ID/DD population is a plus.
• This career requires HS diploma or equivalent.
• A valid (non-provisional) driver’s license.
• The ability to meet the physical requirements of CPR/First Aid and our emergency evacuation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Residential Counselor is a direct care professional whose primary responsibility is to help meet the personal health, safety and welfare of the people living in the group home.
• You will assist and/or supervise individuals in personal care areas i.e. bathing/toileting; participate and/or supervise in cleaning, cooking and life skills.
• Administer and/or assist with medication administration.
• You must communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers and the individuals living in the homes.
• Drive residents to/from day programs, outside/within their community using agency vehicles.
• This position requires daily documentation of services provided.
• Assist with fun community based activities

Skills

Teamwork

ID/DD experience

Driver's license

Communication

CPR/First Aid readiness

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Job description

Department for Persons with Disabilities (DPD) is seeking a Direct Support Professional for overnight shifts in our group homes. The role supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, assisting with personal care, daily living activities, and medication administration.

The position requires a HS diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and the ability to meet CPR/First Aid requirements. Benefits include health, life, and retirement options, plus paid training.