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Direct Support Professional

Volunteers of America Mid-States
  • Nashville, TN
  • $15–$16 Per Hour
  • Full-time
30+ days ago

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Direct Support Professional 

 

LOCATION: Nashville, TN

 

STATUS: Full Time, Hourly

 

PROGRAM: Developmental Disabilities Services

 

REPORTS TO: Home Manager

 
 

INTRODUCTION

Volunteers of America Mid-States (VOA) is a non-profit organization serving four states. Our mission is to create positive change in people’s lives and strengthen communities. We provide housing for families, veterans, and low-income seniors. We also offer care and support for people with developmental disabilities, promote restorative justice, and provide free HIV testing and education.

Founded in 1896, “volunteer” once meant anyone who served others as their life’s work. Today, our paid, mission-driven staff continues that tradition by helping people thrive. At VOA, flexibility, teamwork, and a sense of fun are part of our culture. We also offer a full benefits package for eligible employees.

 

JOB SUMMARY & QUALIFICATIONS:

This position provides direct care, training, and assistance to individuals in daily living, self-care, recreation, skill development, and work readiness. You will also help protect and uphold the rights of the people you support.
  • High school diploma or GED preferred (or equivalent skills and experience)
  • Ability to read, write, and understand English
 

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure the comfort and safety of individuals served, meeting their medical, nutritional, and personal care needs.
  • Interact in a supportive and therapeutic way, using effective methods to encourage positive behavior.
  • Provide transportation and assist individuals in participating in community and social activities.
  • Help with general housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping, and laundry.
  • Keep the home clean and well-maintained through regular cleaning tasks.
  • Attend all required training sessions and staff meetings.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

BENEFITS

Health and Wellness

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Health and Wellness Program

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

  • Health Savings Account (HSA)

  • Short-Term Disability

  • MetLife Legal Plans

Financial Wellbeing

  • Competitive pay

  • Company-paid Life Insurance

  • 403(b) retirement plan with company match

  • Employee discounts

  • Loan forgiveness options through federal programs
    (National Health Service Corps & Public Service Loan Forgiveness)

  • All company-paid benefits and paid time off start on your first day

Work Culture

  • Commitment Committee

  • Justice Committee

  • Integrity Committee

  • Compassion Committee

  • Retention Committee

 

 We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

Numbers & Facts

LocationNashville, TN
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$15–$16 Per Hour

Skills

  • Cook Dishesunmatched
  • Developmental Disabilitiesunmatched
  • Disability Accommodationsunmatched
  • Employee Assistance Planunmatched
  • English Languageunmatched
  • Flexible Spending Accountsunmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Housekeeping/Cleaningunmatched
  • Laundryunmatched
  • Legalunmatched
  • Life Insuranceunmatched
  • Nutrition Therapyunmatched
  • Personal Careunmatched
  • Recreationunmatched
  • Retirement Planunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched

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