Direct Support Professional

2 weeks ago


Murfreesboro, Tennessee, United States Volunteers of America Mid-States Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Direct Support Professional to join our team at Volunteers of America Mid-States. As a Direct Support Professional, you will play a vital role in providing direct care, training, and assistance to individuals with developmental disabilities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Monitor the comfort and safety of consumers served, ensuring their medical, nutritional, and personal care needs are met.
  • Interact with consumers in an emotionally supportive and therapeutic manner, reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Provide transportation and assist consumers with integration into the community through social and recreational activities.
  • Perform general housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping, and laundry duties.
  • Complete assigned cleaning tasks and general maintenance to maintain a clean and safe environment.
  • Participate in ongoing training programs and attend mandatory staff meetings.
  • Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or general equivalency diploma preferred.
  • Ability to read, write, and understand the English language.

Benefits

Volunteers of America Mid-States offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Health and Wellness Program
  • Medical Coverage
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Spending Account
  • Short Term Disability
  • MetLife Legal Plans
  • Competitive Compensation Packages
  • Life Insurance (company paid)
  • 403b retirement plan with company fund matching
  • Employee discounts
  • Loan forgiveness options through federal programs

Work Culture

We value a commitment to excellence, integrity, compassion, and diversity and inclusion. Our team is dedicated to creating a positive and supportive work environment.

Training and Development

We offer ongoing training and development opportunities, including:

  • VOA LEAD Program - Leadership Development Program
  • VOA University - Staff Development
  • VOA Academy - Clinical Training and Development

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. 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.



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