Community-Based Caregiver & Advocate

RHA Health Services, LLC; Goldsboro (NC); On-site; USD 42,706,000 - 55,104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Payactiv

Employee perks and discounts

PTO (full-time)

Health Insurance (full-time)

401(k) retirement savings program

Wellbeing programs

Training: CPR/First aid

Job summary

RHA Health Services, LLC is hiring a Direct Support Professional for PRN Regular shifts. You will empower individuals with disabilities and mental health challenges by supporting their goals in home and community settings.

This entry-level role involves advocacy, coaching, and practical assistance, including transportation, daily living tasks, and personal care, with a focus on dignity and independence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (Preferred)
• At least 18 years of age
• Valid drivers' license

Responsibilities

• Promote healthy living and prevent illness and accidents.
• Increase awareness of self-advocacy and support individual choice and decision-making.
• Accompany people to work, the 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, work, and social relationships.
• Assist with personal care and bathing, help around the home (laundry, cleaning, and decorating)
• Document the care you provide.
• Provide education on human, legal, and civil rights.
• Understand diverse challenges of those living with disabilities and use effective advocacy strategies.
• Connect people with resources to further explore opportunities in their career, education, volunteerism, etc.
• Promote effective communication.
• Assist in medication administration where state law allows.
• Protect confidentiality.

Skills

Conflict resolution

Computer skills

Decision making

Communication skills

Attendance

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Job description

RHA Health Services, LLC is hiring a Direct Support Professional for PRN Regular shifts. You will empower individuals with disabilities and mental health challenges by supporting their goals in home and community settings.

This entry-level role involves advocacy, coaching, and practical assistance, including transportation, daily living tasks, and personal care, with a focus on dignity and independence.