Experienced ECF Direct Support Professional - Part-Time Flexible Schedule - Sevierville, TN - Empowering Lives with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Join Our Team: Make a Difference in the Lives of Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
At Caregiver, Inc., we believe that everyone deserves to live a unique and independent life. As a leading provider of care services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, we are committed to creating a world-class experience for our individuals. We are passionate about what we do, and we want you to be a part of our team! Our company culture is built on integrity, accountability, transparency, and compassion, and we are dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of those we serve.
About the Role: ECF Direct Support Professional - Part-Time Flexible Schedule
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated ECF Direct Support Professional to join our team in Sevierville, TN. As a Direct Support Professional, you will play a vital role in fostering patient independence by providing direct daily support, education, and transportation to clients with developmental and intellectual disabilities. This is a part-time role with a flexible schedule, offering days and hours that vary. If you have a passion for helping others and want to make a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply!
Overview of the Position
The Direct Support Professional 4/ECF Specialist is responsible for providing direct support services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a supported living home or community-based setting. The goal of this role is to empower individuals to achieve their personal and career goals, while promoting independence and self-sufficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing direct assistance in activities needed for the individual participant to sustain work, including job coaching, supervision, and training
- Providing direct assistance in training, retraining, or improving the social and vocational functioning of the individual participant worker or groups of participant workers
- Implementing behavioral support plans to reduce inappropriate and/or maladaptive behaviors and to acquire alternative adaptive skills and behaviors
- Providing active support and direct assistance in facilitating natural supports at the work site
- Providing other support services at or away from the work site, such as transportation and personal assistance services
- Completing administrative and clerical documentation, including daily notes detailing client activities supporting the approved Individual Support Plan (ISP)/PLSP
- Preventing client abuse by adhering to all policies and procedures, attending periodic training, reporting suspicious and inappropriate behavior, and following mandatory abuse reporting requirements
- Providing personal assistance needed during the hours that Supported Employment services are provided
- Performing other duties as assigned
Requirements and Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- High school diploma or GED required
- One-year prior experience working in a group home setting with developmentally, intellectually, and/or physically disabled individuals preferred
- Training Resource Network with 2 months of employment
- Demonstrated ability to interact successfully with special client needs
- Demonstrated organizational and decision-making skills
- Knowledge of Universal Precautions, First Aid, and CPR
- Knowledge of proper personal hygiene practices
- Ability to perform the physically demanding aspects of the job
- Ability to complete required documentation both electronically and on paper
- Valid driver's license
- Proof of automobile insurance, and reliable transportation
Preferred Skills and Competencies:
In addition to the requirements listed above, we are looking for candidates with:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Strong problem-solving and crisis intervention skills
- Knowledge of intellectual and developmental disabilities, and experience working with individuals with these conditions
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing situations
Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits:
At Caregiver, Inc., we are committed to the growth and development of our employees. We offer:
- $10,000 in tuition reimbursement annually to further your education endeavors for full-time eligible employees
- $10,000 in life insurance for all employees at no cost
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Supplemental Insurance, and 401K for eligible employees
- FREE virtual doctor visits with a prescription discount card for Full-Time employees and members of the employee's household
- NO CREDIT CHECK bank accounts to all employees with cash advance opportunities through Branch Bank
Work Environment and Company Culture:
Our company culture is built on integrity, accountability, transparency, and compassion. We believe that everyone deserves to live a unique and independent life, and we are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of those we serve. Our work environment is supportive, dynamic, and inclusive, and we encourage our employees to share their ideas and perspectives.
Compensation and Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary starting at $15.00 per hour, as well as a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Part-time flexible schedule with days and hours that vary
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Recognition and reward programs
Conclusion:
If you are passionate about helping others and want to make a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role as an ECF Direct Support Professional. At Caregiver, Inc., we believe that everyone deserves to live a unique and independent life, and we are committed to creating a world-class experience for our individuals. We look forward to hearing from you and discussing this opportunity further!