Weekend Caregiver DSP — Compassionate Community Support

Easter Seals Tennessee Inc; Smithville (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Company Paid Life & Long-Term Disable

403(b) retirement plan

generous PTO

Tenure Pay Scale

Annual Performance Bonus

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

Job summary

Easter Seals of Tennessee is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to help people with disabilities learn, work and engage in their communities. Positions are Fridays and Saturdays from 4 PM to 12 AM, with $15 per hour starting pay and a $1 shift premium on weekends.

You’ll provide caregiver assistance with daily activities, support medication administration, meals, personal hygiene, and community involvement, working in person-supported homes in a mission-driven environment.

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 such as meal preparation and personal hygiene.
• Administer medications as directed and monitor health status.
• Support individuals in the community and with routine routines.
• Collaborate with clinical staff on behavioral and therapeutic plans to enhance quality of life.

Job description

Easter Seals of Tennessee is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to help people with disabilities learn, work and engage in their communities. Positions are Fridays and Saturdays from 4 PM to 12 AM, with $15 per hour starting pay and a $1 shift premium on weekends.

You’ll provide caregiver assistance with daily activities, support medication administration, meals, personal hygiene, and community involvement, working in person-supported homes in a mission-driven environment.