Direct Support Professional

---

Job description

Description:

We are looking for a Direct Support Professional to fill an opening immediately in Dickson, TN. Direct Support Professionals work with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in daily living tasks, in their home and in the community. We offer flexible hours, full and part time, paid training, benefits, retirement, paid time off and opportunities to grow with us. Minimum salary starting at $12.50-$15.50 per hour with positions ranging from day, night, weekend or weekdays, we are sure to find the right fit for you!

Responsibilities

· Administers medication in accordance with medical provider directions and DSDC /State of Tennessee policies

· Gains and maintains knowledge of health and medical issues for all assigned individual(s) supported

· Assists individual(s) supported with healthcare visits, medications and therapy plans

· Provides assistance and support to individual(s) in activities of daily living

· Provides and seeks out opportunities for individual(s) supported to make choices

· Knows, advocates and respects the rights of individual(s) supported

· Treats all individual(s) supported, families, coworkers and supervisors with dignity and respect

· Demonstrates the importance of community involvement, social interactions, and maintaining relationships

· Develops and facilitates community connections and relationships

· Aids individual(s) supported to participate in activities of their choosing

· Provides opportunities for activities in various settings and transportation as needed

· Exhibits professional behavior towards the individual(s) supported, families, coworkers, and supervisors

· Maintains the property of the agency and of the individual(s) supported

· Builds inclusive opportunities in the community for individual(s) supported

· Provides clear, accurate and timely records and documentation

· Provides positive and appropriate feedback to coworkers, team members, supervisors and agency representatives

· Participates in and completes periodic training and certification as required

· Attends and participates in all assigned meetings, sharing ideas, discussing issues openly and honestly

· Maintains confidentiality of records/information according to HIPAA, State, Federal laws and guidelines

· Reports all instances of abuse, neglect, mistreatment and exploitation immediately to the appropriate supervisor

· Displays conduct in the community that enhances the image of individual(s) supported and the agency

. Requirements:

· At least 19 years of age

· Valid driver's license for at least 3 years, acceptable driving history and proof of auto insurance as required

· High school diploma or equivalent

· Ability to pass mandatory drug screen and physical

· Pass a criminal history and personal background checks

· Requires basic language, written and computer skills necessary for communication and documentation

PI