Direct Support Professional (Floater)

Community Options, Inc.

Smyrna, TN

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Background Investigation, Community Programs, Community Relations, Cook Dishes, Developmental Disabilities, Documentation, Driver's License, High School Diploma, Home Care, Internet Service Providers, Medication Administration, Network Support, Nonprofit, Record Keeping, Retirement Plan, Substance Abuse, Team Player, Time Management, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Smyrna, TN
POSTED
5 days ago

Description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
 
We are Now Hiring FloaterDirect Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Rutherford County / Smyrna, TN to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference! No experience required– we provide PAID training! 
 
Pay-Rate is $17.68 per hour. 
 
In order to be eligible for a Floater position with Community Options, you must be completely flexible with schedule and have open availability to cover shifts. Must have a flexible schedule to cover shifts as necessary!
Shift Times:  Weekdays:7AM - 3PM, 3PM - 11PM, 11PM - 7AM & Weekends: 7AM - 7PM, 7PM - 7AM
Responsibilities
  • Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities tailored to their Individual Support Plan (ISP)/Person Centered Plan (PCP)
  • Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene
  • Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
  • Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills
  • Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
  • Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
  • Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
  • Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
  • Ensure work locations and vehicles are clean and well maintained to provide a safe environment
  • Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
Minimum Requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines
  • Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
  • Ability to work individually and with a team to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
  • Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
  • Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing
Working Conditions
  • Work in residential programs, day programs, and in the community
  • Transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
  • Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
  • Overtime may be required due to business needs
  • May be required to lift or move 25+ pounds 
Why Community Options?
  • Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
  • Generous PTO
  • Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
  • 403b Retirement Plan
  • Incredible career growth opportunities
Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! Careers.comop.org
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
 
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About the Company

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Community Options, Inc.

Community Options’ mission is to develop housing and employment supports for persons with disabilities.

Community Options believes in the dignity of every person, and in the freedom of all people to experience the highest degree of self-determination. Embracing this philosophy, Community Options works with individuals with significant disabilities through residential services, day programs, social enterprises that employ individuals with disabilities, high school transition programs, and specialized programs for respite and medically fragile adults. As a national agency, Community Options seeks to promote the inclusion of people with disabilities in the community through person centered and natural supports, and collaboration with community partners to increase accessibility to services. Community Options does not administer any large congregate programs, recognizing that people with the most severe disabilities need environments, equipment, clinical and staff support that are tailored to their very specific needs. In its history, the agency has developed a reputation for quality, cost effective administration that encourages individual choice and flexibility.

We currently operate in 11 states: 

  • Arizona
  • Kentucky
  • Maryland
  • New Jersey
  • New Mexico
  • New York
  • Pennsylvania
  • South Carolina
  • Tennessee
  • Texas
  • Utah
COMPANY SIZE
5,000 to 9,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Nonprofit Charitable Organizations
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Performance Bonus, Professional Development, 401K, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans, Transportation Allowance, Tuition Reimbursement, Vehicle Allowance, Life Insurance, Merchandise Discounts
FOUNDED
1989
WEBSITE
http://www.comop.org