Direct Support Specialist - Full-Time

Description :

Join Our Family at Sertoma : Make a Real Difference as a Direct Support Professional!

Are you someone with a genuine passion for serving others and creating a supportive "family" environment? At Sertoma, we believe in empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live their fullest lives, and we're looking for compassionate Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our dedicated team.

This isn't just a job; it's a calling. You'll be a hands-on caregiver, mentor, and friend, ensuring the health, welfare, and happiness of the residents in our care. Our homes, located across Knoxville, TN, are designed to feel like family, each supporting 1-4 individuals who truly thrive with your compassionate care and encouragement. We believe in manageable workloads, ensuring our DSPs can provide personalized attention to everyone as needed.

What We Offer :

We believe in supporting our team members so they can best support our residents. Here's what you can expect :

• Competitive Pay : Starting at $15.68 per hour for Day Shift (8 am to 8 pm).
• Potential Yearly : $34,000 - $45,000
• Generous Overtime Opportunities : Maximize your earnings with ample overtime hours.
• Sign-On Bonus : Receive a $1,000 New Hire Bonus for full-time employees.
• Referral Bonuses : Get rewarded for bringing great talent to our team.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package (Full-Time Employees after 60 days) :

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Why Choose Sertoma?

Your Role as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) :

As a DSP, you'll be instrumental in aiding our individuals with compassionate care, encouragement, and instruction throughout their day-to-day life. Your responsibilities will include :

Who We're Looking For :

You don't need prior DSP or caregiving experience we provide all the training! We value compassion, a positive attitude, and a desire to serve.

Requirements : Requirements :

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Schedule :

Work Location : In person at one of our 30+ well-maintained homes across Knoxville, TN.

Ready to make a tangible difference in someone's life and become part of the Sertoma family? Apply today and begin a truly rewarding career with us!

Sertoma Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We are committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual stereotyping, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), or any other protected characteristic.

We participate in E-Verify and the Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace Program.

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