H.A.T.S., Inc. is looking for caring people to enrich the lives of those with intellectual disabilities by way of providing support in the areas of:
- Self-Direction
- Health & Wellness
- Community Integration
- Activities of Daily Living
H.A.T.S. provides services to persons supported in both the 1915c Medicaid waiver as well as the Employment & Community First (ECF) waiver. Services include:
- Residential Habilitation (1915c)
- Supported Employment (1915c)
- Community Participation (1915c)
- Facility Based Service (1915c)
- Homebound Service (1915c)
- Community Living Service (ECF)
The main function of the Direct Support Professional (DSP) is not “caregiving” but rather working with the person supported by helping him/her become as independent as possible so that the person gains more control over his/her life. DSP duties include, but are not limited to:
- Assisting with Outcome Implementation
- Documentation
- Medication Administration
- Following Plans of Care
- Encouraging Health & Wellness Activities
- Exploring the Community
- Helping to Form Community Relationships
If you are interested in working for H.A.T.S., please fill out our online application or stop by our main office located at 545 Airport Road, Gallatin, TN 37066 or at our Springfield location at 4859 Hwy 431 N., Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Your application can also be faxed to (615) 451-0774, Attention: Personnel Department.
The qualifications to become a Direct Support Professional include
- Successfully pass a national criminal background check which includes a review of National and State databases (i.e. Sex Offender Registry)
- Maintain a valid TN driver’s license
- Have a good driving record
- Successfully pass State sponsored training
- Have at least a High School diploma (or GED).
- Be able to effectively read, write and verbally communicate in English.
Questions about our employment options?
Contact our Personnel Manager, Diane Griffith.
Know Your Rights
H.A.T.S., Inc. will ensure that no person shall on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability be excluded from participating in, or denied the benefits of, or be subject to discrimination in employment under any project, program, or activity receiving Federal financial assistance under the Federal transit laws as well as the State’s Medicaid waiver programs.
Current Job Openings
All positions involve working with people who have various levels of intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Direct Support Professional (DSP) positions are available in Gallatin, Portland, and Springfield (TN). All shifts are available which includes day, evenings, overnight and weekends.
H.A.T.S. is looking for caring and compassionate people to work with and support adults with intellectual disabilities. Full-time, Part-time, and PRN positions available.
H.A.T.S., Inc. has several Job Coach vacancies in both Robertson and Sumner counties. If you love supporting and uplifting others this is the job for you! For more information please contact our Personnel Office at 615-575-1030.
H.A.T.S., Inc. is looking for caring and compassionate people to provide assistance to adults with intellectual disabilities within a residential setting. The PRN/Residential-Direct Support Professional (DSP) position is designed for those individuals who only want to work a small amount of hours each month. The minimum requirement for this position is 8 hours a month while the monthly maximum is set at 48 hours.
The hourly rate is $20.00 when the individual begins working alone; however, the hourly rate is $14.00 during the initial training phase. The PRN/Residential-DSP position is not eligible for benefits. Vacancies are located in Springfield, Portland, and Gallatin. For more information please contact Diane Griffith (615-575-1030 or by email at [email protected]) or Sheila Phillips at (615-575-1028 or by email at [email protected]).
The Rainbow Early Intervention program is seeking to fill a Developmental Therapist position in Sumner County, TN.
Candidate must hold a baccalaureate and/or masters and/or doctorate degree in early childhood special education, early childhood education, child and family studies (child development), early intervention, deaf education or visual disabilities, special education K-12, elementary education, communication disorders, speech language pathology, and/or related field. Related field means a degree in social work, nursing, psychology, education administration, or sociology. Related field degrees require a minimum of three (3) years documented experience working with children with disabilities 0-5 years of age and their families.
To apply, contact Christie Lauderdale at 615-575-4113 or by email at [email protected]