Direct Care

Center for Living and Learning

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Job Summary

Direct Care Job Description

Job Summary

The Center for Living and Learning (CLL) is seeking Direct Care staff for Sunday daytime shifts, 8:00am-5:00pm. 

Day shifts are 8:00am-5:00pm, Saturday and Sunday. Overnight shifts are 5:00pm-8:00am. Overnight shifts include time to sleep. Direct Care staff is responsible for the oversight and care of eight residents. A therapeutic and supportive approach is required in order to maintain a safe environment that promotes the highest level of independence for all residents. 

Job Responsibilities

Direct Care Job Responsibilities

• Supervise residents to ensure that goals on Plans of Care are supported
• Inspect house after resident chores to ensure compliance; complete chores as necessary to guarantee successful inspection by Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (TDMHSAS)
• Comply with TDMHSAS regulations in conjunction with policies and procedures of CLL
• Dispense medication according to prescribed schedule, keeping medication cabinet locked at all times
• Document resident progress 
• Complete incident reports as needed (when incidents occur outside typical behavior/routines)
• Prepare resident meals/snacks as needed
• Share responsibility with other part-time staff in maintaining staff quarters
• Make rounds before bedtime to ensure resident/household security
• Provide therapeutic-based interventions with residents as needed
• Provide feedback to management regarding resident care
• Assist residents in completing activities of daily living and assigned chores
• Comply with staff checklists of responsibilities as provided
• Carry out additional assignments as needed/required by management
• Sundays only: transport and accompany residents to a church service in the community

This job description and duties are not limited to those listed above

Qualifications

Job Requirements: Candidates must be 21+ years old; possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or an associate degree/high school diploma and three years’ relevant experience; and possess current and valid first aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain). Candidates with at least two years’ paid experience working directly with those with mental illness/disabilities will be considered first. All candidates are subject to a background check and must have reliable transportation as well as a valid driver’s license. Recommended qualifications include:

• Strong communication skills
• Experience and knowledge working with clients who have mental illness and/or disabilities
• Ability to problem-solve quickly and calmly
• Ability to help maintain structure with ample room for flexibility
• A professional and friendly attitude
• Willingness to cover open shifts as needed

Additional Information

Benefits

How to Apply

Email: genhazel@centerforlivingandlearning.com

Details

• Date Posted: March 24, 2026
• Type: Part-Time
• Job Function: Other
• Service Area: Health (Physical, Mental)
• Start Date: 03/29/2026
• Salary Range: $20/hr
• Working Hours: 9hrs/wk; Sundays: 8am-5pm