Part-time Direct Support Professional (DSP)- Jackson, TN

ST JOHNS COMMUNITY SERVICES • Jackson, TN

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About The Position

St. John’s Community Services is hiring a part-time Direct Support Professional to support people with disabilities in developing or maintaining skills that enhance their quality of life in the community. The role includes assisting with personal care, household tasks, daily routines, and other job-related duties. The position is based in Jackson, Tennessee, and offers a salary of $15.68 per hour with multiple shifts.

Requirements

• Ability to gain working knowledge of St. John’s Community Services policies and procedures.
• Ability to represent St. John’s Community Services to the public.
• Ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with staff and individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and meet SJCS and funding-authority background and record-check requirements.
• Knowledge of acceptable food preparation and food safety practices and procedures.
• Skill in using relevant computer systems, hardware and software, and office machines.
• Obtain a valid health certificate as required by SJCS or the current funding authority.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license and a current driving record in good standing.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Two or more years of experience working with people with disabilities preferred.
• Experience in community-based residential programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Observe and respond to individuals’ physical, social, behavioral, and personal needs.
• Provide adequate supervision to support individuals’ health and safety.
• Learn and follow each individual’s Individual Support Plan (ISP), special plans, and therapy instructions.
• Learn and follow individuals’ Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), and report incidents to a supervisor as required.
• Implement and document daily ISP training outcomes and action steps during the time support is delivered.
• Administer medication on time and in the correct dosage, and document it on the Medication Administration Record (MAR) as required.
• Transport individuals to and from appointments, employment, and community sites.
• Help individuals maintain appropriate grooming for activities, employment, and appointments.
• Assist with planning and implementing daily activities.
• Prepare meals or assist with meal preparation according to the ISP, dietary orders, adaptive equipment, and mealtime plans.
• Assist with household chores, including laundry, meal preparation, and cleaning.
• Attend and participate in relevant agency events, workshops, training, and meetings.
• Assist with medical appointments.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and other benefits and company contributions.
• Retirement plans.
• Company-paid long-term disability.
• Connectivity reimbursements for some employees.
• PTO, vacation, and sick time off.
• Flexibility.
• Family culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed