Direct Support Professional - FT 1st

RHA Health Services, LLC • Statesville, NC

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About The Position

RHA Health Services is hiring a full-time, first-shift Direct Support Professional to support individuals with disabilities and people facing mental health or substance use challenges. This entry-level role is part of a care team and supports people in their homes and communities as they identify and pursue goals and desired outcomes in their Centered Plans. The role includes acting as an advocate, teacher, coach, role model, and companion. The employee relies on direction and supervision to accomplish the job.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift, twist, bend, and push more than 30 pounds.
• Conflict-resolution skills.
• Decision-making skills.
• Communication skills.
• Ability to maintain good work attendance.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Complete criminal background screening, registry checks, and drug testing.
• Provide education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.
• Provide proof of employment history or references if required.
• For positions requiring driving, provide proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and a vehicle if required to transport individuals.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED (preferred in Tennessee).
• Some computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals and groups of people with disabilities in the community.
• Help people identify and communicate their requests and needs for services and supports.
• Implement services and supports that address each person's goals and desired outcomes in their Centered Plan.
• Understand individuals in the context of their personal histories, social and family networks, and hopes for the future.
• Provide education about human, legal, and civil rights.
• Promote healthy living and help prevent illness and accidents.
• Increase awareness of self-advocacy and support individual choice and decision-making.
• Accompany people to work, movies, concerts, shopping, and other community outings.
• Teach independent living skills.
• Provide transportation to appointments.
• Foster positive relationships within the community.
• Promote 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.
• Understand the diverse 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.
• Assist with medication administration where state law allows.
• Protect confidentiality.

Benefits

• Payactiv early access to earned wages before payday.
• Employee perks and discount program.
• Paid time off for full-time employees.
• Health insurance and other insurance benefits for full-time employees.
• 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: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED