Direct Support Professional

Addus HomeCare
Concord, TN
$15 an hour
Part-time

Requisition # : 5704

Location : Concord, TN 37934

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.
  • 30+ days ago
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