Direct Support Professional - Enhanced in Oak Ridge, Tennessee at Emory Valley Center Inc

Direct Support Professional - Enhanced

• Pay: $18 / hour | Based on weekday/weekend shifts
• Sign-on Bonus: $1,000*
• Employer Paid Benefits (No Cost to You!): TextCare, Life Insurance, EAP with Enhanced Behavioral Health, Wellness Program, and Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan, and more!
• Hours: 3-Day Work Week, 8 am - 8 pm or 8 pm to 8 am
• Position: Full-time, Part-Time and Peak

At Emory Valley Center in Oak Ridge, TN, everything we do is about the people we support—adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who deserve the chance to live full, meaningful lives. For over 70 years, we’ve walked alongside these incredible individuals, helping them achieve greater independence, connect with their communities, and reach their personal goals. Whether it’s supporting someone in their first job, helping a child find their voice through therapy, or creating a safe, welcoming home, our team plays a vital role in life-changing moments every day. If you're looking for more than just a job—if you want to be inspired, uplifted, and part of something truly special—we’d love for you to join us.

Enhanced Direct Support Professional

As an Enhanced Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will support individuals with daily living skills, personal care, health and safety, community engagement, and meaningful activities based on each person’s support plan. You will also document services accurately, follow behavior support strategies, help maintain a clean and safe home, and use a calm, respectful approach when responding to challenging behaviors or crises.

This is more than a caregiving job, it is an opportunity to make a lasting difference in someone’s daily life. You will help people build confidence, strengthen relationships, develop new skills, and participate fully in their homes and communities.

A Great Fit

You will thrive in this role if you are compassionate, dependable, flexible, and able to stay calm under pressure. The best candidates are people who enjoy working as part of a team, value inclusion and respect, and are motivated by helping others live more independently.

This position requires active, hands-on work in residential and community settings. Duties may include standing, walking, bending, lifting up to 50 lbs, housekeeping tasks, transportation support, and use of electronic documentation systems. Reliable attendance and flexibility are essential because residential services operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid Tennessee driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Six (6) months to one (1) year of experience supporting people with behavioral needs is required for this position.
• Duties may require occasional after-hours work and travel to organizational sites.
• Required training/certifications provided by the organization, including CPR/First Aid.
• Ability to work scheduled shifts, including weekends, holidays, nights, and inclement weather when required.
• Willingness to support individuals with behavioral, physical, and personal care needs.
• Strong communication, documentation, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Stay calm under pressure and use good judgment.
• Have a compassionate approach to personal care.
• Enjoy working with diverse individuals.
• Can handle basic computer and documentation tasks.
• Thrive in dynamic, ever-changing environments.
• Can de-escalate challenging situations with patience and skill.

Annual registry, background, and motor vehicle record reviews are part of our commitment to safety.

Benefits:

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Free TextCare & Employee Assistance Program with Enhanced Behavioral Health
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Referral Program
• Gym Membership and more!

Join our organization and be part of a supportive culture that values growth, diversity, and making a meaningful difference. We offer ongoing training, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional development to help you succeed and advance in your career.