Direct Support Professional (Knoxville, Oak Ridge, Clinton, & Kingston)
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Job Description
Direct Support Professional
- Pay: $15.25 – $25.50 per hour (depending on shift and experience)
- Benefits: Vision, Dental, Medical, Paid Time Off (PTO), Retirement Plan, and more!
The Emory Valley Center:
We are a nonprofit organization located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, that has been serving individuals with developmental disabilities since 1955. It supports children, adults, and families across 16 East Tennessee counties, offering a wide range of services including supported living, day programs, employment assistance, early intervention, family support, and therapies such as speech, occupational, and behavioral health. The center also operates the Emory Valley Early Learning Center, an inclusive preschool licensed by the Department of Human Services. In 2016, Emory Valley Center opened a new facility to expand its services and continue its mission of promoting independence, dignity, and community inclusion for individuals with disabilities.
Direct Support Professional Responsibilities:
- Assist with daily living tasks (e.g., cooking, dressing, grooming)
- Support community involvement and relationship-building
- Monitor and report on individuals’ physical and emotional well-being
- Administer medications and follow medical guidelines
- Maintain a safe, clean environment
- Implement behavior support plans and encourage positive behaviors
- Maintain accurate documentation and share updates with the care team
- Promote independence through guidance and problem-solving
- Perform additional duties as needed based on the day and environment
Requirements
- Must have a Diploma/GED
- Have a valid TN Driving License
- Be at least 18+
- Strong judgment and ability to remain calm under pressure
- Compassionate approach to personal care
- Comfortable interacting with diverse individuals
- Basic computer and administrative skills
- Adaptability and strong problem-solving in dynamic settings
- Ability to de-escalate behavioral situations
Available Shifts:
- Full-Time Day: Sunday–Wednesday or Wednesday–Saturday
- Full-Time Night: Sunday–Wednesday or Wednesday–Saturday
- Part-Time: Varies based on current openings
Pay (Based on Shift and Experience):
- Weekdays: $15.25 – $17.00 per hour
- Weekends: $22.88 – $25.50 per hour
Benefits
- Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Referral Program
- Gym Membership and more!
If you're interested in applying for a Direct Support Professional role or learning more about Emory Valley Center, please apply via the provided links or contact Connor Mitchell at connor.mitchell@evcmail.org
Emory Valley is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Center to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.