Greeneville, TN · On-site
$10K/mo
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we believe everyone deserves to live ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
Greeneville, TN · On-site
$10K/mo
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we believe everyone deserves to live ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
Memphis, TN · On-site
$15.68/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Job Type Full-time Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we believe everyone ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
Memphis, TN · On-site
$15.68/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Job Type Full-time Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we believe everyone ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
$10K/mo
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we believe everyone deserves to live ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
$10K/mo
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we believe everyone deserves to live ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
Memphis, TN · On-site
$10K/mo
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we believe everyone deserves to live ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
Memphis, TN · On-site
$10K/mo
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we believe everyone deserves to live ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
Greeneville, TN · On-site
$15.68/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Job Type Full-time Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we believe everyone ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
Greeneville, TN · On-site
$15.68/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Job Type Full-time Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we believe everyone ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
Chattanooga, TN · On-site
$12.75 - $15.75/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Job Type Full-time, Part-time Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
Chattanooga, TN · On-site
$12.75 - $15.75/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Job Type Full-time, Part-time Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
Jackson, TN · On-site
$12.50 - $15.25/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Job Type Full-time Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we believe everyone ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
Jackson, TN · On-site
$12.50 - $15.25/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Job Type Full-time Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we believe everyone ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
Greeneville, TN · On-site
$13.25 - $16.25/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion -- and change lives while you're at it? Join Caregiver today. Let's make every day meaningful -- together. Benefits: NO ...
Greeneville, TN · On-site
$13.25 - $16.25/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion -- and change lives while you're at it? Join Caregiver today. Let's make every day meaningful -- together. Benefits: NO ...
Jackson, TN · On-site
$12.50 - $15.25/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion -- and change lives while you're at it? Join Caregiver today. Let's make every day meaningful -- together. Benefits: NO ...
Jackson, TN · On-site
$12.50 - $15.25/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion -- and change lives while you're at it? Join Caregiver today. Let's make every day meaningful -- together. Benefits: NO ...
Greeneville, TN · On-site
$10K/mo
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Job Type Full-time Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we believe everyone ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
Greeneville, TN · On-site
$10K/mo
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Job Type Full-time Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we believe everyone ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
$12.50 - $15.25/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we believe everyone deserves to live ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
$12.50 - $15.25/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we believe everyone deserves to live ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
Greeneville, TN · On-site
$10K/mo
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we believe everyone deserves to live ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
Greeneville, TN · On-site
$10K/mo
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we believe everyone deserves to live ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
Memphis, TN · On-site
$15.68/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Job Type Full-time Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we believe everyone ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
Memphis, TN · On-site
$15.68/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Job Type Full-time Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we believe everyone ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
Greeneville, TN · On-site
$10K/mo
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion -- and change lives while you're at it? Join Caregiver today. Let's make every day meaningful -- together. Benefits: NO ...
Greeneville, TN · On-site
$10K/mo
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion -- and change lives while you're at it? Join Caregiver today. Let's make every day meaningful -- together. Benefits: NO ...
Memphis, TN · On-site
$10K/mo
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion -- and change lives while you're at it? Join Caregiver today. Let's make every day meaningful -- together. Benefits: NO ...
Memphis, TN · On-site
$10K/mo
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion -- and change lives while you're at it? Join Caregiver today. Let's make every day meaningful -- together. Benefits: NO ...
Greeneville, TN · On-site
$13.25 - $16.25/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Job Type Full-time Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we believe everyone ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
Greeneville, TN · On-site
$13.25 - $16.25/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Job Type Full-time Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we believe everyone ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
Nashville, TN · On-site
$14.50 - $17.75/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Job Type Full-time, Part-time Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
Nashville, TN · On-site
$14.50 - $17.75/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Job Type Full-time, Part-time Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
Greeneville, TN · On-site
$13.25 - $16.25/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we believe everyone deserves to live ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
Greeneville, TN · On-site
$13.25 - $16.25/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) At Caregiver, we believe everyone deserves to live ... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion - and change lives while ...
Memphis, TN · On-site
$10K/mo
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion -- and change lives while you're at it? Join Caregiver today. Let's make every day meaningful -- together. Benefits: NO ...
Memphis, TN · On-site
$10K/mo
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion -- and change lives while you're at it? Join Caregiver today. Let's make every day meaningful -- together. Benefits: NO ...
Chattanooga, TN · On-site
$12.75 - $15.75/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion -- and change lives while you're at it? Join Caregiver today. Let's make every day meaningful -- together. Benefits: NO ...
Chattanooga, TN · On-site
$12.75 - $15.75/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
... friend, and cheerleader every step of the way! Ready to find your passion -- and change lives while you're at it? Join Caregiver today. Let's make every day meaningful -- together. Benefits: NO ...
A typical day for a Professional Friend involves spending quality time with clients through engaging conversations, shared activities, or accompanying them to appointments or events based on their preferences and needs. You may work independently or coordinate with a small team, often following an individualized plan designed to enhance the client’s social well-being. Flexibility is key, as schedules can vary and activities may range from casual chats to participating in hobbies or attending social outings. The environment is supportive and client-focused, with clear professional boundaries maintained at all times. This role provides the opportunity to make a positive and lasting impact on clients’ quality of life while enjoying diverse and meaningful personal interactions.
To thrive as a Professional Friend, you need excellent interpersonal skills, active listening abilities, and a genuine interest in supporting others, usually with experience in social services, peer support, or companionship roles. Familiarity with scheduling software or client management systems may be helpful, especially for managing appointments and communications. Outstanding empathy, discretion, and the ability to build trust are essential soft skills that set top candidates apart. These qualities ensure meaningful, supportive interactions that foster client well-being and satisfaction in this personalized service-oriented role.
A Professional Friend is someone who offers companionship and social interaction to clients in a non-romantic, platonic manner. This can include activities like having conversations, going out for meals, attending events, or simply providing emotional support. The goal is to help clients feel less lonely and more socially connected. It is typically a paid service, with clear boundaries to ensure professionalism and mutual respect.
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$10K/mo
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement
Re-posted 27 days ago
Description
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
At Caregiver, we believe everyone deserves to live their best, most independent life - and we're here to make that happen. As a leading Texas-based provider for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), we're on a mission to create a world-class experience for the people we serve. And we're looking for compassionate, driven Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our mission.
Why Caregiver?
Work That Matters: Help individuals with daily living skills, community activities, and personal growth - making a real difference every day.
People-First, Always: We believe everyone deserves respect, opportunity, and the chance to live life on their own terms - and that includes the amazing people who work here.
Grow Personally and Professionally: Build meaningful skills, form powerful connections, and discover just how rewarding your work can be.
What You'll Do:
Support individuals with daily activities like bathing, dressing, meals, and mobility
Help plan fun outings, encourage independence, and build meaningful community connections
Administer medication and assist with health and safety needs
Be a trusted advocate, friend, and cheerleader every step of the way!
Ready to find your passion - and change lives while you're at it?
Join Caregiver today. Let's make every day meaningful - together.
Benefits:
NO CREDIT CHECK bank accounts to all employees with cash advance opportunities.
$10,000 in life insurance for all employees at no cost.
Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life Insurance
401K
For more information on our organization, please visit our website cg-idd.com
Requirements
What You'll Need:
A heart for service and a passion for making a difference
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Valid driver's license and clear background check
Reliability, integrity, and a positive attitude