Direct Support Professional/FT - Sun, Mon, Thurs & Sat 4p - 10p

RHA Health Services • Lansdale, PA

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About The Position

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides personalized support to individuals with disabilities, helping them participate meaningfully in their communities and achieve personal goals. The role involves helping individuals identify and express their needs, implementing services aligned with person-centered plans, and fostering independence and self-advocacy. DSPs seek to understand each individual’s history, social and family networks, and aspirations, and provide support with compassion and respect. The position operates under supervision and follows established guidelines to ensure high-quality care and advocacy.

The position has no supervisory responsibilities. It requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a minimum age of 18, and completion of pre-employment screening. The work involves physical activity, including lifting and carrying, squatting, kneeling, crawling, crouching, climbing, stooping, standing, and walking for extended periods. Employees must demonstrate CPR proficiency from floor level. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing Programs only, employees must be fluent in American Sign Language (ASL); the requirement to talk and hear does not apply.

RHA Health Services provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey. Its mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must meet all pre-employment screening requirements.
• Compassionate, patient, and dedicated to person-centered support.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to foster independence while providing necessary support.
• Knowledge of disability rights, self-advocacy, and community integration principles.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and follow regulatory guidelines.
• Must regularly lift and carry up to 20 lbs. and occasionally pull at least 40 lbs.
• Must be able to squat, kneel, crawl, crouch, climb, and stoop as part of regular job duties.
• Must be able to use hands and fingers to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in CPR from floor level, involving working on hands and knees, bending, standing, and lifting.
• Vision requirements include close, distance, and peripheral vision.
• Must be able to talk and hear, except for employees in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Programs.
• For Deaf and Hard of Hearing Programs only, employees must be fluent in American Sign Language (ASL).
• Pre-employment screening includes criminal background checks, registry checks, drug testing, education verification, and other credentialing based on position requirements.
• Proof of employment history or references may be required.
• For positions requiring driving, proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle may be required.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for individuals’ human, legal, and civil rights.
• Promote health and safety by supporting wellness initiatives and accident prevention.
• Encourage self-advocacy and empower individuals to make their own choices.
• Accompany individuals to work, recreational activities, and social events to facilitate community engagement.
• Teach and support independent living skills, including household management and personal care.
• Provide transportation for appointments, errands, and community activities.
• Support relationship-building and social connections within the community.
• Support informed decision-making regarding living arrangements, employment, and social activities.
• Assist with personal care, including hygiene, bathing, dressing, laundry, cleaning, and decorating.
• Maintain accurate documentation of services and support provided.
• Understand and address challenges faced by individuals with disabilities using effective advocacy strategies.
• Connect individuals with community resources for career development, education, and volunteer opportunities.
• Encourage effective communication, adapting to individual needs and preferences.
• Assist with medication administration in accordance with state laws and regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards.

Benefits

• Payactiv early access to wages already earned before payday.
• Employee perks and discount program.
• Paid time off for full-time employees.
• Health insurance for full-time employees.
• 401(k) retirement savings program.
• Wellbeing programs for physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.
• Chronic disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes for qualifying employees.
• Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED