DSP - Direct Support Professional

Company: Help At Home
Location: Kingsport
Posted on: January 13, 2021

Job Description:

Help at Home is still hiring in your community!WE ARE NOW OFFERING A REFERRAL--& SIGN-ON BONUS--- ASK DURING YOUR INTERVIEW! Help at Home is the nation's leading provider of high-quality support to seniors and people with disabilities. Right now, our clients need us more than ever to continue living independently in their own homes.Our caregivers are essential service providers who support their clients with activities that keep them independent and prevent them from needing to move into high-risk facilities like nursing homes or assisted living centers.Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Help at Home has led our industry in providing PPE to our teams, as well as providing training on proper use and other safety measures. Our caregivers work one-on-one with their clients in the safety of the client's home and typically have minimal contact with others.BenefitsHelp at Home strives to be an employer of choice in your community--and our caregivers are the foundation of our work. Eligible staff have the opportunity to enroll in a wide variety of benefit programs, along with lucrative bonuses in certain areas.We offer a variety of in-depth training opportunities in order to provide our staff with the tools to be successful. Help at Home also offers strong career path possibilities for those caregivers who are committed to growing within the organization. A typical day for a caregiver includes:* In-Home Assistance--- Help your clients with day-to-day activities like cooking, cleaning, getting dressed, and other basic activities in the home* Companionship - Assist your clients with errands like grocery shopping, attending doctor's appointments, and other events outside the home* Community Building - In partnership with the family and the branch teams, create a safe and positive living situation for your clients--and stay in close contact about any concerns or challengesIn order to be eligible for this role, you should have:* High school degree or GED* A--valid driver's license, with access to reliable, insured transportation * Commitment to serving your clients and their property with dignity, patience, and compassion* Recognition of the needs and concerns of others, and the ability to build relationships with others from different backgrounds* Flexibility, adaptability, and a willingness to spend evenings and weekends caring for your clients* Dedication to professional development, including completion of organizational and state-required trainingIn order to be employed as a caregiver, candidates must comply with state background screening requirements. Compensation, benefits, time off and bonuses vary by state and location so please ask for complete details at your interview.

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