Direct Support Professional-as needed

The King's Daughters' School • Columbia, TN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking DSPs to care for individuals with intellectual disabilities in a residential or classroom environment. Work as little as once per month, up to 40 hours per week. Schedule and pay varies by campus and shift. Available shifts include: 1st, 2nd, 3rd or weekends at main campus. 12 hour shifts at Center for Autism (7am-7pm or 7pm-7am). Our Mission: The King’s Daughters’ School promotes independence through educational, residential and community services for individuals with developmental disabilities, continuing a 100-year legacy of service. Our Vision: The King’s Daughters’ School will improve the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities through caring, goal-oriented service delivered by dedicated staff in a safe, warm learning environment. The King's Daughters' School is a drug-free workplace.

Requirements

• High School diploma required
• Candidate should be able to pass pre-employment background checks and drug screen. (no felonies, no convictions involving abuse, assault, neglect)

Nice To Haves

• Valid Driver's licence preferred
• Experience with individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or autism preferred but not required (most important is to show up and want to care for others)

Responsibilities

• Assisting students with daily activities, general functions and behavior modification programs
• Ensuring a smooth transition between shifts by being on-time, organized and ready for students.
• Performing cleaning tasks

Benefits

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Employee should make employer aware of any request for accommodations in a timely manner, either upon hire or as soon as need for accommodation arises.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees