Hiring Event - Direct Support Professionals & Team Leads

United Cerebral Palsy of Georgia is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and Team Leads (TL) throughout the Savannah area, and we invite you to attend our upcoming hiring event. This is a great opportunity to learn more about our organization, meet our leadership team, and explore immediate employment opportunities. Qualified candidates will be selected for on-the-spot interviews!

At UCP of Georgia, our mission is to positively support and impact the achievement of a Life Without Limits for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We are looking for compassionate, reliable, and dedicated individuals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others.

Event Details

Date: August 24, 2026

Time: 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Location: Courtyard by Marriott at 6703 Abercorn St, Savannah, GA 31405

We are actively recruiting Direct Support Professionals for residential & day center programs throughout the Savannah area. Our shifts include part-time, full-time, floaters and PRN.

Compensation

Direct Support Professionals will earn $17 hourly.

Team Leads will earn $21.64 hourly.

What Does a DSP Do?

Direct Support Professionals provide day-to-day support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them live more independent and fulfilling lives. Responsibilities may include:

Assisting with personal care and daily living activities

Meal preparation and housekeeping

Transportation to appointments, work, and community activities

Medication administration and health-related support

Documentation and recordkeeping

Supporting individual goals and community engagement

Promoting independence, dignity, and quality of life

What Does a Team Lead Do?

Team Leads provide direct support to individuals while also helping oversee daily residential operations and supporting frontline staff. They serve as a resource for DSPs, help ensure quality services are delivered, and assist with maintaining compliance with agency policies and individual support plans.

Responsibilities include:

Providing direct care and support to individuals served

Assisting with staff training and coaching

Monitoring documentation and program compliance

Supporting scheduling and shift coverage

Communicating with families, managers, and multidisciplinary teams

Helping ensure the health, safety, and well-being of individuals served

Serving as a leader and role model for the residential team

Qualifications:

Valid, unrestricted driver's license

CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Compassion for serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without accommodation

Come prepared to interview and take the next step toward a rewarding career helping others achieve a Life Without Limits!

General information:

• All requirements of this position are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the

associate occupying this position. Associates will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

• Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities. To perform this job successfully, the associate will possess abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

• This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise; United Cerebral Palsy of Georgia is an at-will employer.