Direct Support Professional / Waiver

RHA Health Services • Kannapolis, NC

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About The Position

RHA Health Services is hiring a Direct Support Professional to provide community-based waiver services to people with disabilities and people facing mental health or substance use challenges. This entry-level role is part of a care team and supports individuals in identifying and achieving their goals, exercising choice, and living their best lives. The position works under direction and supervision.

The Direct Support Professional supports people in their homes and communities, helping them communicate their needs, pursue desired outcomes in their Centered Plans, and build on their personal history, relationships, and hopes for the future. The schedule may include any shift and every other weekend. The listed pay is $15.00 per hour.

Pre-employment screening may include criminal background checks, registry checks, drug testing, education verification, other credentialing based on position requirements, and employment history or references if required. For positions requiring transportation, proof of a driver's license, driver's insurance, and a vehicle may be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (preferred in Tennessee).
• At least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license.
• Conflict-resolution skills.
• Decision-making skills.
• Communication skills.
• Ability to maintain good work attendance.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

• Some computer skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals or groups of people with disabilities in the community as part of waiver services.
• Help people identify and communicate their requests and needs for services and supports.
• Implement services and supports that address goals and desired outcomes in each person's Centered Plan.
• Promote healthy living and help prevent illness and accidents.
• Encourage self-advocacy, individual choice, and decision-making.
• Accompany people to work, community outings, shopping, and other activities.
• Teach independent living skills.
• Provide transportation to appointments.
• Foster positive relationships within the community.
• Support decision-making about living arrangements, work, and social relationships.
• Assist with personal care and bathing, and help with household tasks such as laundry, cleaning, and decorating.
• Document the care provided.
• Educate people about human, legal, and civil rights.
• Understand the challenges faced by people living with disabilities and use effective advocacy strategies.
• Connect people with resources to explore career, education, volunteer, and other opportunities.
• Promote effective communication and protect confidentiality.
• Assist with medication administration where state law allows.

Benefits

• Payactiv early access to earned wages before payday.
• Employee perks and discount program.
• Paid time off for full-time employees only.
• Health insurance for full-time employees only.
• 401(k) retirement savings program.
• Wellbeing programs addressing 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