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Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Making A Difference Daily (Oak Ridge, TN)Emory Valley Center • Oak Ridge, TN, US
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Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Making A Difference Daily (Oak Ridge, TN)

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Making A Difference Daily (Oak Ridge, TN)

Emory Valley Center • Oak Ridge, TN, US
20 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Support Professional

  • Pay : $16.00 – $24.75 per hour (Depending on weekday / weekend shifts)
  • Benefits : Vision, Dental, Medical, Paid Time Off (PTO), Retirement Plan, and more!
  • Hours : Full-time & Part-Time Available

Emory Valley Center

At Emory Valley Center in Oak Ridge, TN, our mission is simple—but powerful : to support children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in living full, meaningful lives. For over 70 years, we’ve been more than a service provider—we’ve been a trusted partner, an advocate, and a source of hope. Every day, our team helps individuals take important steps toward independence, connection, and self-discovery. Whether it's celebrating a first job, empowering a child to communicate through therapy, or creating a home filled with dignity and care, we are there—every step of the way. If you’re searching for more than just a paycheck—if you want to be part of a mission that changes lives (including your own)—we invite you to join us. Be part of something bigger. Be part of Emory Valley Center!

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

  • 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 : (Thurs, Fri, Sat) & (Sun, Mon, Tues)
  • Part-Time : Varies based on current openings
  • 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 Michelle Whitt at michelle.whitt@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.

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