Direct Support Professional/FT Sat & Sun 8a - 4p, Mon & Fri 2p - 10p

RHA Health Services, LLC • Lower Makefield Township, 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 works under supervision and follows established guidelines to provide quality care and advocacy.

RHA Health Services supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and people facing mental health and substance use challenges. Its mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes. RHA has provided services for over 30 years and operates in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey.

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 pounds and occasionally pull at least 40 pounds.
• Must be able to squat, kneel, crawl, crouch, climb, and stoop as regular job duties require.
• 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 CPR proficiency from floor level, including 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 in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Programs, where this requirement does not apply.
• For Deaf and Hard of Hearing Programs only, employees must be fluent in American Sign Language (ASL).
• Pre-employment screening includes a criminal background check, registry checks, drug testing, education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements, and proof of employment history or references if required.
• For positions requiring driving, proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and a vehicle is required if needed to provide transportation for individuals.

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 individuals in building relationships and social connections in the community.
• Support informed decisions about living arrangements, employment, and social activities.
• Assist with hygiene, bathing, dressing, laundry, cleaning, decorating, and other personal care or household tasks.
• Maintain accurate documentation of services and support provided.
• Understand and address challenges faced by people with disabilities using effective advocacy strategies.
• Connect individuals with community resources for career development, education, and volunteer opportunities.
• Encourage effective communication and adapt to individual 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.
• Health insurance 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