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Direct Support Professional II
Caregiver —Chattanooga, TN
- $17.68 an hour
- Mid-level
- Residential
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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Direct Support Professional II

Caregiver -
Chattanooga, TN

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Job Details

$17.68 an hour
1 day ago

Benefits

AD&D insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Nutrition
Collaborate with healthcare professionals
Activities of daily living (ADL) training
Caregiving documentation requirements
Experience working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders
Community care (work setting)
Patient transfer methods
Coaching
Experience working with individuals with cognitive disabilities
Care documentation
Mid-level
Developmental disability care assistance
Emergency response in crisis intervention
Assisting with ADLs
Clinical staff mentoring
Intellectual disabilities support
Behavioral support plan implementation
Emotional safety support
Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning
Medication assistance
Care conference participation
Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities
Disability services experience
Safety protocol implementation

Full Job Description

Position Summary

DSP 2 is an advanced direct care role for team members who have attained additional required certifications and demonstrated competency to support individuals with higher medical needs and/or higher behavioral support needs. DSP 2 provides all DSP 1 functions and serves as an advanced direct care provider for individuals with higher acuity needs. DSP 2 is expected to apply enhanced clinical/behavioral support skills, model best practices, and help stabilize service delivery through strong documentation, situational leadership, and calm crisis response.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Perform all DSP 1 duties, including ADLs, community inclusion, transportation, and documentation.
Provide advanced support for individuals with higher medical needs (e.g., complex medication routines, dietary/texture requirements, delegated nursing tasks where allowed by policy and licensure).
Implement behavior support strategies consistently; respond to escalations using approved de-escalation and safety techniques.
Serve as a peer resource/mentor for DSP 1 staff; support on-the-job coaching and modeling of documentation and care routines.
Proactively identify risks (health, safety, behavioral, environmental) and communicate concerns to the Residential Coordinator and Area Director promptly.
Participate in multidisciplinary coordination as requested (e.g., sharing observations for plan updates).
Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Certifications / Competencies

Meets all DSP 1 minimum qualifications.
Holds and maintains required state/company certifications for advanced medical/behavioral support (specific certifications to be defined by state/program).
Demonstrated competency supporting higher-acuity individuals, including medication competence and/or behavior support competence per program requirements.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Community-based and residential settings including homes, day programs, and community locations, offering variety and the opportunity to support individuals in real-life environments rather than institutional settings.
Active, people-centered workdays that may involve background noise, changing routines, and occasional outdoor exposure during transportation or community outings.
Hands-on support role that may include assistance with personal care and daily living activities; occasional exposure to blood or bodily fluids may occur, with comprehensive training and required use of universal precautions.
Physical activity throughout the shift, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, and assisting with transfers or lifting in accordance with safety protocols and training.
Cognitive and emotional engagement, requiring sustained attention, clear communication, patience, and timely documentation to ensure continuity of care and positive outcomes.
Team-oriented environment with access to supervisors and clinical supports, emphasizing safety, consistency, and person-centered care

FIND YOUR PASSION. BE UNIQUE. SHARE IT WITH OTHERS. Everyone at Caregiver, Inc. Company is committed to a common goal – creating a world-class experience for our individuals. We are passionate about what we do while making a difference. We work with integrity, accountability, transparency, and compassion in everything we do because we understand those we serve have a choice in providers. Our company provides care to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead their unique lives independently. We believe it's our job to take care of the PEOPLE (you) who take care of our PEOPLE (individuals we serve)! Therefore, we offer:

NO CREDIT CHECK bank accounts to all employees with cash advance opportunities through Branch Bank.
$10,000 in life insurance for all employees at no cost
Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Supplemental Insurance, and 401K for eligible employees.

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