Direct Support Professional

• Pay: $16.00 – $24.75 per hour (Depending on weekday/weekend shifts)
• Benefits: Vision, Dental, Medical, Paid Time Off (PTO), Retirement Plan, and more!
• Hours: Full-time & Part-Time Available

Emory Valley Center

We at the Emory Valley Center are a compassionate, community-rooted nonprofit located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. We have been transforming lives for over 70 years by empowering individuals with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities. Serving 16 East Tennessee counties, the EVC offers a wide range of person-centered services including supported living, residential habilitation, vocational training, and supported employment. With a mission to promote independence, dignity, and respect, the organization also provides therapies, case management, and in-home support. If you’re seeking a meaningful career where your work directly impacts lives and fosters inclusion, join the dedicated team at Emory Valley Center—where your passion and purpose can truly make a difference every single day.

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
• 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

Available Shifts:

• Full-Time Day is 8 am - 8 pm: Sun, Mon, Weds, / Wed, Fri, Sat. / Weds, Thurs, Fri and Sat.
• Part-Time: Varies based on current openings

Benefits

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

EVERY PERSON DESERVES A FULFILLING CAREER

• Attractive Compensation: Enjoy the flexibility of Pay on Demand (NetSpend) along with a comprehensive benefits package for our full-time team members, featuring a 401(k) plan with company match and special differential/premium pay for a condensed 3-day workweek! Plus, we offer a benefits package for our part-time employees as well.
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy generous paid time off along with holiday pay to rejuvenate, ensuring you bring your best self to work each day.
• A Strong Support System: Our supervisors are genuinely invested in the well-being of both our individuals and you!
• Job Security: Enjoy peace of mind with a position at a well-established and thriving company that actively encourages internal mobility and career advancement.
• Learning and Development: We are committed to your growth and equip you with the essential tools and training to build a rewarding career.
• Wellness & Benefit Program: Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Referral Program, Gym Membership, and more!

If you're eager to create a positive impact in a DSP position, or if you're simply curious about what Emory Valley Center has to offer, we invite you to apply using the links provided or reach out to Nichole at nichole.brooks@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.