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Direct Support Professional (DSP), Floater/Super Imposed (Full-Time)

Emory Valley Center

Oak Ridge, TN


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Direct Support Professional - Super Imposed

  • Pay: Weekdays $16.50ph - Weekends $24.75ph
  • Benefits: Vision, Dental, Medical, Paid Time Off (PTO), Retirement Plan, and more!

The Emory Valley Center

We are a nonprofit organization located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, that has been serving individuals with developmental disabilities since 1955. It supports children, adults, and families across 16 East Tennessee counties, offering a wide range of services including supported living, day programs, employment assistance, early intervention, family support, and therapies such as speech, occupational, and behavioral health. The center also operates the Emory Valley Early Learning Center, an inclusive preschool licensed by the Department of Human Services. In 2016, Emory Valley Center opened a new facility to expand its services and continue its mission of promoting independence, dignity, and community inclusion for individuals with disabilities.

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
  • Be able to travel to multiple sites in the Knoxville & surrounding area's
  • 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

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 Connor Mitchell at connor.mitchell@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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