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Direct Support Professional (DSP)- Every Other Weekend Required

Open Arms Care Corporation
place Knoxville, 37931
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Other Behavioral, Mental, or Healthcare Field
local_atm $15.5 - $17.5 /hr

Every Other Weekend Required- BOTH Saturday and Sunday

Orientation Training Required- First Shift Hours (8:00am-4:00pm/9:00am-5:00pm)


First Shift: 8am-4pm/8am-8pm

Second Shift: 4pm-12am/12pm-12am

Third Shift: 12am-8am/8pm-8am

???? Make a Difference Every Day

We’re looking for caring, dependable, and motivated individuals to join our team as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). In this role, you’ll support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living more independently, building life skills, and thriving in a supportive home environment.

???? What You’ll Do

  • Provide compassionate hands-on support, such as helping with bathing, dressing, meals, and mobility needs—always with dignity and respect.

  • Support daily living and independence skills.

  • Coach, mentor, and advocate for individuals.

  • Create a safe, welcoming, and positive home environment.

  • Transport and accompany individuals to appointments, outings, and community events.

  • Engage clients in fun and meaningful activities within the home and in the community.

  • Keep accurate records of progress and activities.

  • Work as part of a supportive and mission-driven team.

✅ What You Need

  • Compassion and reliability.

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.

  • Valid driver’s license.

  • CPR (within 30 days of hire) & PCM certification (within 60 days)—training provided.

  • Ability to lift 50 lbs and assist with mobility.

???? Why Join Us

  • Competitive pay & great benefits.

  • $500-750 Sign-On Bonus (Full-time eligible).

  • Paid training & certifications.

  • Opportunities to grow your career.

  • The satisfaction of making a real impact.

Ready to start a career that matters? Apply today and join us in empowering lives.



Compensation details: 15.5-17.5 Hourly Wage





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Professional Field

professional badgeOther Behavioral, Mental, or Healthcare Field

Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

ECT

Modalities

Individuals

Practice Specifics

Populations

Victims of Crime/Abuse (VOC/VOA)
Intellectual Disabilities/Dev. Disabilities

Settings

Intense Out-patient (IOP)
Milieu
Private Practice
Schools
Home Health/In-home