Direct Support Professional
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Direct Support Professional

Community Options

Location: Knoxville,TN, USA

Date: 2025-01-01T07:05:11Z

Job Description:
We are Now Hiring Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Maryville, TN to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference! No experience required- we provide PAID training! Newly Increases starting Pay-Rate is $15.00 per hour. Multiple shifts available:
  • Weekends
  • 2nd shift
In order to be eligible for a Floater position with Community Options, you must be completely flexible with schedule and have open availability to cover shifts. Responsibilities:
  • Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities tailored to
  • their Individual Support Plan (ISP)/Person Centered Plan (PCP)
  • Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and
  • maintaining personal hygiene
  • Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
  • Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills
  • Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
  • Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
  • Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
  • Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with
  • community members, businesses, and families
  • Ensure work locations and vehicles are clean and well maintained to provide a safe
  • Environment
  • Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
  • Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or
  • investigation
Requirements:
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
  • Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent time management skills
Why Community Options?
  • Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision).
  • Paid Holidays-Including a Birthday Holiday!
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
  • Employee Incentive & Discount Programs.
  • 403b Retirement Plan.
  • Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities.
  • Great coworkers/team that support you!
Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! www.comop.orgCommunity Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
Apply Now!

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