Direct Support Professional (DSP) Oak Ridge, TN (Full-time)
Direct Support Professional (DSP) Oak Ridge, TN (Full-time)
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Job Description
Direct Support Professional
- Pay: $16.00 $24.75 per hour (Depending on weekday/weekend shifts)
- Benefits: Vision Dental Medical Paid Time Off (PTO) Retirement Plan and more!
- Hours: Full-time & Part-Time Available
About Emory Valley Center:
Located in Oak Ridge TN Emory Valley Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and co-occurring mental health conditions. Since 1955 weve been committed to promoting independence dignity and inclusion through compassionate client-centered services. We offer a collaborative work environment focused on professional growth and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Join our team and help empower individuals to live fulfilling integrated lives.
Direct Support Professional Responsibilities:
- Assist with daily living tasks (e.g. cooking dressing grooming)
- Support community involvement and relationship-building
- Monitor and report on individuals physical and emotional well-being
- Administer medications and follow medical guidelines
- Maintain a safe clean environment
- Implement behavior support plans and encourage positive behaviors
- Maintain accurate documentation and share updates with the care team
- Promote independence through guidance and problem-solving
- Perform additional duties as needed based on the day and environment
Requirements
- Strong judgment and ability to remain calm under pressure
- Compassionate approach to personal care
- Comfortable interacting with diverse individuals
- Basic computer and administrative skills
- Adaptability and strong problem-solving in dynamic settings
- Ability to de-escalate behavioral situations
Available Shifts:
- Full-Time: (Thurs Fri Sat) 8am-8pm or (Wed Fri Sat) 8am-8pm
- Part-Time: Varies based on current openings
Pay (Based on Shift and Experience):
- Weekdays: $16.00 per hour
- Weekends: $24.75 per hour
Benefits
- Health Vision and Dental Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Referral Program
- Gym Membership and more!
If youre interested in applying for a Direct Support Professional role or learning more about Emory Valley Center please apply via the provided links or contact Connor Mitchell at
Emory Valley is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Center to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age color national origin citizenship status physical or mental disability race religion creed gender sex sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression genetic information marital status with regard to public assistance veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
