Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Adult Community Training (ACT) is seeking caring, compassionate, and dependable Direct Support Professionals to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential settings throughout Loudon County. Direct Support Professionals help the individuals we serve live safe, meaningful, and independent lives. Responsibilities may include assisting with daily living activities, personal care, meal preparation, household tasks, medication-related support, transportation, community activities, appointments, and implementation of each individuals support plan. DSPs also provide supervision, encouragement, and documentation while promoting dignity, choice, independence, and inclusion. Full-time opportunities may include day, overnight, weekend, and rotating 12-hour shifts. Some positions may require working in medical-support homes or assisting individuals with intensive behavioral needs. Specific schedules and work locations will be discussed during the hiring process. Pay: $15.93-$17.31 per hour, depending on the position and assignment. Full-Time Benefits: - Employer-paid health insurance - Life insurance - Ten paid holidays each year - Paid personal time - 403(b) retirement plan - Optional supplemental insurance, including dental, cancer, and additional life insurance General Requirements: - High school diploma or GED preferred - Ability to provide compassionate, dependable, and respectful support - Ability to complete required training - Must agree to drug screening, criminal background and reference checks - Must meet ACTs driving and employment eligibility requirements Prior experience supporting individuals with disabilities is helpful but is not required. ACT is looking for dependable applicants who want a rewarding career making a positive difference in the lives of others. ::: {data-start="2016" end="2249"} View the employment tab on our website to see the different shifts available: adultcommunitytraining.org ::: ::: {data-start="2016" end="2249"} ::: Adult Community Training is an equal opportunity employer.