BIOS GROUP
Location
Columbia, Tennessee
Salary
$15 - $17 / HOUR
The Direct Support Professional provides hands-on assistance with daily living activities, personal care, and skill development for individuals with disabilities. They are also responsible for maintaining a safe environment, documenting services, and managing household tasks like meal preparation and cleaning.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a valid driver's license, current auto insurance, and a clean criminal history. The role requires the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and the flexibility to work various shifts.
Foster positive relationships between caretakers and individuals served. Ensures customer safety and maintaining a safe environment. Reminds and assists clients with self-administration of medications (with proper training). Encourages self-help activities. Documents services provided. Performs home management functions such as light housekeeping, laundry, bed making, and cleaning. Plans meals, shopping for groceries, preparing and serving food/meals, feeding and clean-up. Accompanies clients to scheduled appointments and transports clients or running errands for clients. Other duties as assigned. Benefits (Full-time employees, start after 60 days) Dental, Vision, Medical Insurance Referral bonuses Yearly bonuses Paid training QualificationsRequirements Include: At least 18 years of age Able to bend, stoop, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance Clean, reliable vehicle Clear criminal history record Social Security Card or Birth Certificate Open and flexible availability