Direct Support Professional - FT 1st

RHA Health Services • Statesville, NC

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About The Position

RHA Health Services is seeking a positive, personable Direct Support Professional to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and people facing mental health or substance use challenges. This entry-level position provides support to individuals and groups in the community, helping people identify and communicate their needs and implement services that advance goals and outcomes in each person’s Centered Plan. The role relies on direction and supervision.

The Direct Support Professional supports people at home and in the community, serving as an advocate, teacher, coach, role model, and companion. The position is full-time on the first shift and pays $15.00 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is preferred in Tennessee.
• 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.
• Some computer skills are preferred.
• Complete pre-employment criminal background screening and checks of the OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities registry.
• Complete drug testing and education verification, along with 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

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

Responsibilities

• Provide education about human, legal, and civil rights.
• Promote healthy living and help prevent illness and accidents.
• Encourage self-advocacy, individual choice, and decision-making.
• Accompany people to work and community activities, including movies, concerts, and shopping.
• Teach independent living skills.
• Provide transportation to appointments when required.
• Foster positive relationships in 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 care provided.
• Understand the challenges faced by people living with disabilities and use effective advocacy strategies.
• Connect people with resources for career, education, volunteer, and other opportunities.
• Promote effective communication.
• Assist with medication administration where permitted by state law.
• 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 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