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Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

$16 per hour

Waves, Inc.

Job Description

Job Description

Make a difference every day.

Join Waves and help individuals with disabilities live meaningful, independent lives. If you’re compassionate, reliable, and want a job that matters—we’ll train you.

What You’ll Do

  • Provide support with daily living and activities
  • Help individuals build independence and life skills
  • Assist with community outings and engagement
  • Create a safe, respectful, and positive environment
  • Follow individualized care plans with your team

What We Offer

  • $16/hour, with an additional $1/hour for weekend shifts
  • Paid Train ing
  • Flexible schedules (full-time & part-time)
  • 1st, 2nd and 3rd, and PRN shifts available
  • Comprehensive Benefits for Full Time employees (medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, and generous paid time off)
  • Supportive team environment
  • Longevity bonus
  • Opportunity for growth

What You’ll Need

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Valid Tennessee driver’s license
  • Ability to pass background check & drug screen
  • Must be able to work in-person

Why Waves?

At Waves, you’re not just working—you’re making a real impact. We support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live full, meaningful lives with dignity and independence.

Apply Today

We’re hiring quickly—apply now and we’ll be in touch soon!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Waves, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

We also operate in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. To file a complaint, please visit:
- content/uploads/2023/05/Title_VI_Complaint_Form_English.pdf

Vacancy posted 7 days ago
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