Community Care Advocate - Direct Support Pro (FT)

00 RHA Health Services, LLC; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PayActiv: early access to earned wages

Employee perks and discount program

Paid Time Off (full-time)

Health/Insurance (full-time)

401(k) retirement savings program

Wellbeing Programs

Training: CPR, first aid

Job summary

Direct Support Professional position at 00 RHA Health Services, LLC offers full-time 1st shift work supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental health/substance use challenges in community and home settings.

You will promote independence, assist with daily living activities, coordinate transportation and support plan goals, and work as part of a compassionate care team dedicated to positive outcomes. Training provided; pay is $15.00/hour.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (Preferred (TN))
• At least 18 years of age
• Valid drivers' license
• Be able to lift, twist, bend, push over 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provide education on human, legal, and civil rights.
• 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.
• 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

Decision making

Communication skills

Some computer skills

Ability to maintain good work attendan

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional position at 00 RHA Health Services, LLC offers full-time 1st shift work supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental health/substance use challenges in community and home settings.

You will promote independence, assist with daily living activities, coordinate transportation and support plan goals, and work as part of a compassionate care team dedicated to positive outcomes. Training provided; pay is $15.00/hour.