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Breakthrough Corporation

 
 
 

Breakthrough Corporation is accepting applications for direct support and supervisory positions. Breakthrough staff assists people with Autism in community settings: modeling/teaching skills, participating in recreational activities, providing transportation, and helping people achieve personal outcomes.

We offer a competitive wage/salary and benefits package with a pay raise following completion of training. Past experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and Autism is preferred for direct support positions. For those seeking a supervisory position, past direct support and/or supervisory experience is required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred but equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of higher education. Please contact (865) 247-0065 to schedule an interview or click on the links below to print an application and background check release form and get directions to our office.


Direct Support Professionals

Breakthrough Corporation's direct support professionals assist people with Autism in community settings. Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and Autism is preferred but full training is provided. Full and part-time shifts are available including third shift and weekend shifts. Our most pressing needs are usually on weekday afternoons/evenings and weekends. For more information call 247-0065.


Day Service Coordinator/ Employment Specialist

Applicants should have at least a bachelor’s degree and experience supporting individuals in employment settings. Experience working with VR services as well as a track record of working with community employers to create work opportunities for individuals with disabilities is also important. Past work supporting people with Autistic Spectrum disorders as well as past supervisory experience is desirable. 

Residential Supervisors

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree (preferably in psychology, social work, special education or a related field); experience may be considered in lieu of education. Past work supporting people with Autistic Spectrum disorders and/or developmental disabilities as well as past supervisory experience is desirable.  


Occupational Therapist

Applicants should have a Master’s degree and be a licensed Occupational Therapist. Experience working with people with developmental disabilities is required as is experience providing sensory integration therapy.  Salary is negotiable based on education, experience and previous employment history. Applicants must meet qualifications to deliver services through Tennessee’s Medicaid Waiver.

 
Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to the Breakthrough office.

 Email: info@breakthroughknoxville.com

Fax:    (865) 247-0065

Mail:  1805 Maryville Pike, Knoxville, TN 37920