HATS, Inc

HATS, Inc Promoting a brighter future for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. H.A.T.S., Inc. Questions about our employment options?

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 Habi

litation (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. Contact our Personnel Manager, Diane Griffith.
• (615) 575-1030
• (615) 451-0774
• [email protected]

09/02/2026

Our Gallatin and Springfield offices will be closed on Monday, September 7th for the Labor Day holiday.

We are proud to be a part of the Portland Chamber!
08/06/2026

We are proud to be a part of the Portland Chamber!

🔴The Portland Chamber Member of the Day is HATS, Inc 🔴

"H.A.T.S., Inc. is funded by the Tennessee Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Tennessee Early Intervention System, United Way, Local Governments, Corporate and Private Funding. H.A.T.S., Inc. is a recipient of federal funding; therefore, complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964."

545 Airport Rd, Gallatin, TN 37066

Gallatin Office: 615-451-0974
Springfield Office: 615-384-2571

Our wonderful executive director, Ben Minnix, received his 15 year service award. We are thankful for his leadership. Hi...
08/03/2026

Our wonderful executive director, Ben Minnix, received his 15 year service award. We are thankful for his leadership. His hair was a tad bit less gray when he started 😀

Service awards presented by Board Member, Barker Ring. Pictured from left to right- Sheila Phillips, Christie Lauderdale...
08/03/2026

Service awards presented by Board Member, Barker Ring. Pictured from left to right- Sheila Phillips, Christie Lauderdale, Ben Minnix, Carol Hoover, Barker Ring, Audrey Stafford

Audrey Stafford receiving her 40 year service award (presented by Ben Minnix).
08/03/2026

Audrey Stafford receiving her 40 year service award (presented by Ben Minnix).

08/03/2026

We have many dedicated employees that received service awards at our appreciation lunch;

5 year - Emily Willis, Robbie Link, Carol Hoover, Bernie Astier, Tony Garrett, Doug Montgomery, Bell Carey

10 year - Sheila Phillips, Andrea Buford, Shannon Bumgardner

15 year - Ben Minnix, Carol Thomason

20 year - Brooke Cherry

25 year - Christie Lauderdale

40 year - Audrey Stanford

Our employee appreciation day was held on Friday! HATS truly could not provide the care we do without our dedicated staf...
08/03/2026

Our employee appreciation day was held on Friday! HATS truly could not provide the care we do without our dedicated staff!

Our Gallatin and Springfield offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026 for the Fourth of July holiday. We wish ever...
06/30/2026

Our Gallatin and Springfield offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026 for the Fourth of July holiday. We wish everyone a safe, and happy holiday! Happy 250th birthday America!

Wishing a Happy Father’s Day to all the ones we call dad!
06/22/2026

Wishing a Happy Father’s Day to all the ones we call dad!

06/15/2026

Our Gallatin and Springfield offices will be closed on Friday, June 19 for the Juneteenth holiday.

Address

545 Airport Road
Gallatin, TN
37066

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

(615) 451-0974

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