Direct Support Professional/PT Fri & Sat 9 A - 5 P

RHA Health Services, LLC • Montgomery, 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 includes helping individuals identify and express their needs, implementing services consistent with person-centered plans, and fostering independence and self-advocacy. DSPs seek to understand each person’s history, social and family networks, and aspirations, and provide support with compassion and respect. The position works under supervision and follows established guidelines to provide quality care and advocacy. The advertised schedule is part-time, Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must meet all pre-employment screening requirements, including criminal background screening, registry checks, drug testing, education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements, and proof of employment history or references if required.
• 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.
• For programs serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals, fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) is required; the talk-and-hear requirement does not apply to those programs.
• For positions requiring driving, proof of driver’s license, driver’s insurance, and vehicle is required if needed to provide transportation.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for individuals’ human, legal, and civil rights.
• Promote health and safety through 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 about living arrangements, employment, and social activities.
• Assist with hygiene, bathing, dressing, and household chores such as 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 while adapting to individuals’ needs and preferences.
• Assist with medication administration in accordance with state laws and regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards in all aspects of care.

Benefits

• Payactiv early access to earned wages before payday.
• Employee perks and discount program.
• Paid time off for full-time employees only.
• Health and insurance benefits for full-time employees only.
• 401(k) retirement savings program.
• Physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing programs.
• 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: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED