Direct Support Professional ( DSP ) Job at Developmental Services of Dickson County, Dickson, TN

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  • Developmental Services of Dickson County
  • Dickson, TN

Job Description

Description:

We are looking for a Direct Support Professional ( DSP ) 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.

Benefits:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Retirement

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

Flexible hours

Full time and part time

Paid training

Paid time off

Opportunities to grow with us

Minimum salary starting at $15.00-$18.25 per hour

With Direct Support Professional positions ranging from day, night, weekend or weekday , we are sure to find the right fit for you!

Responsibilities

A Direct Support Professional ( DSP ) recognizes and supports peoples' community involvement, social interactions, and the maintenance of relationships

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

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

Respects and advocates for the rights of individual(s) supported

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

Provides transportation for people to access the community

Exhibits professionalism in the job

Provides clear, accurate and timely records and documentation

Provides a positive attitude to coworkers, team members, supervisors and agency representatives

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

And other duties and assigned.

Requirements:

At least 18 years of age

High school diploma or equivalent

Ability to pass mandatory drug screen and physical examination

Pass a criminal history and personal background checks

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

Valid driver's license for at least 3 years, acceptable driving history and proof of auto insurance as required (if DSP is required to drive)

Commutable areas include Burns, Lyles, White Bluff, Charlotte, McEwen, Nunnelly, Erin, Cumberland Furnace, Bon Aqua and Waverly

Compensation details: 15-20.25 Hourly Wage

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Immediate start, Flexible hours, Night shift, Weekend work, Weekday work,

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