Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Oak Ridge, TN

Direct Support Professional

Make a Living. Make a Difference. Make Someone’s Day.

• Pay: $16.00 per hour with weekend shift differential making your average hourly rate of $18.67 per hour (Based on weekday/weekend shifts)
• Benefits: Vision, Dental, Medical, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Retirement Plan, and more!
• Hours: Full-time & Part-Time Available

Are you someone who enjoys helping others, staying active, building relationships, and knowing your work mattered at the end of the day?

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Emory Valley Center, no two days are exactly the same. One day you may help someone prepare dinner, learn a new skill, or get ready for work. Another day could include shopping for the perfect outfit, attending a community event, going out to dinner, enjoying a favorite activity, or celebrating a personal accomplishment.

This is more than helping someone through their day. It is helping someone build the life they want.

Could This Be You?

• Are you someone people can count on to show up and follow through?
• Do you genuinely care about others and believe everyone deserves dignity and respect?
• Are you patient, even when progress takes time?
• Do you enjoy encouraging people to do more for themselves instead of simply doing things for them?
• Are you naturally people-oriented and enjoy building relationships?
• Can you adapt when the day does not go exactly as planned?
• Are you someone who notices and celebrates progress, even the small wins?
• Do you take responsibility seriously, especially when it comes to safety, medications, and follow-through?
• Are you open to learning something new and building skills along the way?

If you answered “yes” to several of these questions, you may already have what it takes to be a great Direct Support Professional. We can teach you the rest.

As a Direct Support Professional, you will help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities live as independently and fully as possible. Depending on the person you support, your day may include:

• 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

Benefits:

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holiday (12 days)
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program
• Gym Membership and more!

Experience is valued, but a caring attitude and reliability matter most. We provide paid training and ongoing support while you build skills, relationships, and a meaningful career.

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 us at

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.

• 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