Direct Support Pro: Empower Independence & Community

RHA Health Services, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Payactiv

Employee perks and discount program

Paid Time Off

Health/Insurance

401(k)

Wellbeing Programs

Training

Job summary

RHA Health Services is hiring a Direct Support Professional for a full-time 1st shift (8:00am–4:00pm) in a waiver program. The role involves assisting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental health/substance use challenges to promote independence.

You will support daily living, accompany clients to activities, provide transportation and advocate for their rights while maintaining confidentiality and safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• At least 18 years of age
• Valid driver’s 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

Some computer skills

Decision making

Communication skills

Attendance

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

RHA Health Services is hiring a Direct Support Professional for a full-time 1st shift (8:00am–4:00pm) in a waiver program. The role involves assisting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental health/substance use challenges to promote independence.

You will support daily living, accompany clients to activities, provide transportation and advocate for their rights while maintaining confidentiality and safety.