Direct Support Professional
Company: Developmental Services of Dickson County
Location: Dickson
Posted on: August 4, 2022
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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 $14.25-$17 per hour with positions ranging from day,
night, weekend or weekdays, we are sure to find the right fit for
you!Responsibilities-- 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 required to drive)PI187381431
Keywords: Developmental Services of Dickson County, Clarksville , Direct Support Professional, Other , Dickson, Tennessee
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