Direct Support Professional (Memphis, TN)

Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) -- Needed in Memphis Oakland Millington Lakeland Arlington Collierville Cordova and Germantown areasDSPs are people who work directly with people with physical disabilities and or intellectual disabilities with the aim of assisting the individual to become integrated into his her home community or the least restrictive environment.A direct support professional is a person who assists an individual with a disability to lead a self-directed life and contribute to the community assists with activities of daily living if needed and encourages attitudes and behaviors that enhance community inclusion. A DSP may provide support to a person with a disability at home hospital and other community places. A DSP also acts as an advocate for individuals in communicating their needs self-expression and goals.This is a great opportunity for seniors retirees or college students specializing in social work special education therapy psychology nursing and other social and human service fields.If you are interested in working as a Direct Support Professional at The Arc Mid-South apply online at www.thearcmidsouth.org employment.htm or apply in person at The Arc Mid-South3485 Poplar Avenue Suite 210Memphis TN 38111The Arc Mid-South is an equal opportunity employer.