Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Part-Time/PRN Day Shift

Description

Make a Difference Every Day

Progressive Directions, Inc. (PDI) is hiring compassionate and dependable Part-Time and PRN Direct Support Professionals for day-shift openings at our Clarksville locations. (PRN employees work on an as-needed basis and must be available to assist with open shifts.)

For 50 years, PDI has helped people with intellectual and developmental disabilities build meaningful lives through pride, dignity, and independence. As a DSP, you will provide person-centered support that helps people make choices, participate in their communities, develop greater independence, and achieve their personal goals.

This is more than a job—it is meaningful work that can make a lasting difference in someone’s life.

What You’ll Do

• Provide respectful, person-centered support based on each person’s individual needs and goals
• Assist with daily living activities and personal care, when needed
• Support community involvement, recreation, appointments, shopping, and other activities
• Encourage independence, informed choices, and skill development
• Assist with meal preparation, household routines, and maintaining a safe home environment
• Provide transportation as assigned
• Complete required documentation accurately and on time
• Follow all PDI policies, training requirements, and health and safety procedures
• Protect the rights, privacy, dignity, and confidentiality of the people supported

Why Join PDI?

• Part-time and flexible PRN opportunities
• Paid time off and paid sick time for eligible part-time employees
• Paid holidays for eligible employees
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive leadership
• Meaningful work that changes lives
• Opportunities for advancement

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Valid unrestricted driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Reliable transportation and current automobile insurance
• Ability to successfully complete required background checks and drug screening
• Dependable attendance and availability to work assigned day shifts
• A patient, respectful, and supportive approach
• A genuine desire to help people live more independently

Previous caregiving or direct support experience is helpful but not required. PDI does provide required paid training. 

Apply Today

Join a team committed to helping people grow in pride, live with dignity, and gain greater independence. 

Progressive Directions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status protected by applicable law.