Direct Support Professional
Company: Developmental Services of Dickson County
Location: Dickson
Posted on: August 5, 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)
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Keywords: Developmental Services of Dickson County, Clarksville , Direct Support Professional, Other , Dickson, Tennessee
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