Requisition # : 5704
Location : East Knoxville, TN 37914
Category : Caregiver
Service Line : Personal Care Services
Hourly pay range now up to $15 / hr . Now offering Daily Pay for select positions!
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to learn the fundamentals of quality home care and deliver life-changing service to your clients.
As an Addus Direct Support Professional, you’ll play a vital role in supporting seniors and people with disabilities living independently.
This rewarding, entry-level position provides consistent, flexible hours to accommodate your personal needs, while providing a great career with a growing, innovative industry leader.
If you have a genuine passion for helping others, and you are looking for a meaningful, fulfilling career with a dynamic, value-driven organization that recognizes and supports your contribution, we invite you to join our team.
DSP Benefits :
- Daily & Weekly Pay Option
- Travel reimbursement.
- Flexible schedule
- Direct deposit
DSP Responsibilities :
- Follow a care plan for the member and report on completed tasks.
- Assist people with personal care (bathing, dressing,
- Support routine house cleaning, laundry, and assist with meal preparation.
- Transport members to appointments, daily errands, and other locations as necessary.
- Assist member with the self-administration of medications (no administering or measuring)
- Observe and report any changes in member's condition.
DSP Qualifications :
- High school diploma or GED, and one year of in-home care services experience
- Able to pass a criminal background check.
- Reliable transportation, required for member transportation. A valid driver’s license and proof of insurance is required.
- Ability to work with limited supervision and follow written / verbal instructions.
- Good communication skills
- Reliable, energetic, self-motivated, and well-organized
- Comfortable using an electronic device.