Direct Support Professional
About the role
Earn up to $15.68/HR. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to learn the fundamentals of quality home care and deliver life-changing service to your clients. As an Addus Direct Support Professional, you’ll play a vital role in supporting seniors and people with disabilities living independently. This rewarding, entry-level position provides consistent, flexible hours to accommodate your personal needs, while providing a great career with a growing, innovative industry leader. If you have a genuine passion for helping others, and you are looking for a meaningful, fulfilling career with a dynamic, values-driven organization that recognizes and supports your contribution, we invite you to join our team.
We are urgently hiring DSP's in these cities; Union City, TN - Bethel Springs, TN - Bolivar, TN - Brownsville, TN - Camden, TN - Cedar Grove, TN - Dyersburg, TN - Enville, TN - Henderson, TN - Humboldt, TN - Lexington, TN - Martin, TN - McKenzie, TN - Newbern, TN - Oakfield, TN - Paris, TN - Parson, TN - Rutherford, TN - Savannah, TN - Selmer, TN - South Fulton, TN - Trenton, TN and many more cities!
Benefits
- Daily & Weekly Pay Option
- Travel reimbursement
- Flexible schedule
- Direct deposit
Responsibilities
- Follow a care plan for the member and report on completed tasks
- Assist people with personal care (bathing, dressing, etc.)
- Support routine house cleaning, laundry, and assist with meal preparation
- Transport member to appointments, daily errands, and other locations as necessary
- Assist member with the self-administration of medications (no administering or measuring)
- Observe and report any changes in member's condition
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED, and one year of in-home care services experience
- Comfortable using an electronic device
- Reliable, energetic, self-motivated and well-organized
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work with limited supervision and follow written/verbal instructions
- Reliable transportation, required for member transportation. Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance is required.
- Able to pass a criminal background check