Direct Support Professional

Job Description

Job Description

Salim Homes Residential Services is currently seeking Direct Support Professionals for all shifts.

Responsibilities of a Direct Support Professional: 

The primary purpose of the Direct Support Professional is to assist people who need support to lead a safe, self-directed life and to participate fully in their communities. To assists individuals with intellectual disabilities (mild to severe) in leading a self-directed life and contribute to the community. Aid in assisting with activities of daily living if needed, and encourage attitudes and behaviors that enhance community inclusion. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you, may provide supports at home, work, and other community places.

Direct Support Professional Skills: 

To assist persons with developmental disabilities with daily living skills that insures a safe and meaningful environment which inclues:

• supports and services that are person-centered
• physical health and emotional well-being
• responsible and accountable
• maintain confidentiality
• fair and respectful
• support new relationships as well as maintain existing relationships
• encourage independance
• advocate as needed
• support community involvement

Job Location: Davidson County

Required license or certification: 

• Driver’s License and valid auto insurance
• CPR/First Aid (a plus but must be able to successfully receive certification)
• Medication Administration (a plus but must be able to successfully receive certification

Required education: 

• High school or GED equivalent

Pre-employment (MUST): 

• Drug screening
• Criminal background check

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: $15.00 /hour