DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
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Apis Services Inc
Memphis, TN, US
Summary
Provide person-centered, trauma-informed support to individuals with disabilities to help them achieve personal goals and maintain independence. Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, administering medications, and documenting progress in accordance with regulatory standards.
Job Description
Change Lives While Growing Your Own Career
Job Title: Direct Support Professional
About SRVSFor over 53 years, SRVS has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support. Our team plays a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice.SRVS is proud to be part of the Inperium family of companies, with employment for this position administered through Apis Services, Inc.Why Join Our Team?
- Competitive Pay & Benefits:
- DailyPay (access earned wages before payday)
- Medical, Dental & Vision insurance (after 30 days)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance Program & Wellness Programs
- Employee referral bonuses
- Career Growth & Development:
- Paid training programs & certification opportunities
- Leadership development & professional advancement
- Career mobility across multiple service lines
- Meaningful Impact:
- Make a direct difference in individuals' and families' lives
- Build lasting relationships within a supportive, mission-driven organization
What You’ll DoIn this role, you will support the daily activities of adolescent males in programming using effective behavioral management principles and exercise sound judgment during critical or crisis situations.Key Responsibilities:
- Daily Living & Home Care: Assist with daily activities, including meal planning/preparation, housekeeping, laundry, personal hygiene, and overall home maintenance.
- Community Engagement: Transport and support individuals at community events, outings, and recreational activities (e.g., local festivals, dining out, movies).
- Skill Building & Decision-Making: Guide individuals in developing life skills, building relationships, and practicing critical thinking for personal health and safety.
- Safety & Crisis Response: Monitor and respond to crisis situations following trauma-informed care principles and organizational on-call procedures; report suspected neglect or abuse immediately.
- Communication & Documentation: Maintain accurate daily logs, Service Logs, MARS, and Electronic Health Records; communicate routinely with supervisors and Supported Living Coaches.
- Medication Administration: Supervise and document medication administration per organizational standards.
Who We’re Looking ForWe are seeking individuals who are:
- Compassionate, patient, and dependable
- Team-oriented and service-focused
- Professional, positive, and dedicated to helping others thrive
QualificationsRequired:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Basic computer and internet literacy (email, time tracking, data entry)
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills
- Valid driver’s license
- Compliance with state and federal background screening requirements
Preferred:
- Prior experience in human services or working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, Special Education, or a related field
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and physically assist individuals as needed
- Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
Join Us in Building Better Futures!Some jobs pay the bills. Some build careers. This job changes lives.If you are ready for meaningful work where your compassion makes a daily difference, apply today!Apis Services, Inc., Inperium Inc., and affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers (EOE) committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of employment.
Apis Services, Inc. was created in August 2017 as a subsidiary of Inperium, Inc. The Purpose of Apis Services is to function as the entity that provides the Shared Service offerings to Inperium and its affiliates allowing these entities to advance their mission & vision; focus on enhancing service delivery, explore geographical program expansion and focus on quality outcome measures & create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterments.
Shared Service offerings include, but are not limited to: Fiscal Reporting, Payroll, Information Technology, Human Resources, Employee Recruiting, Employee Training, Risk and Time and Attendance. For a full listing of all offerings please refer to the Inperium Shared Services document.
Founded
2017
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Reading, Pennsylvania
Apis Services, Inc. was created in August 2017 as a subsidiary of Inperium, Inc. The Purpose of Apis Services is to function as the entity that provides the Shared Service offerings to Inperium and its affiliates allowing these entities to advance their mission & vision; focus on enhancing service delivery, explore geographical program expansion and focus on quality outcome measures & create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterments.
Shared Service offerings include, but are not limited to: Fiscal Reporting, Payroll, Information Technology, Human Resources, Employee Recruiting, Employee Training, Risk and Time and Attendance. For a full listing of all offerings please refer to the Inperium Shared Services document.
Founded
2017
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Reading, Pennsylvania