Direct Support Pro — Empower Lives (PRN)

Monarch; Mount Gilead (NC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Monarch Healthcare in North Carolina is seeking a Developmental Specialist to support individuals with mental health diagnoses, Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities, or substance use disorders. This PRN role involves assessing goals, building community connections, and providing comprehensive support across daily living needs.

You will drive as required and participate in trainings, with a focus on rights protection, advocacy, and person-centered planning.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Driver's License valid in USA.
• Experience working with individuals with mental health diagnosis/ID/DD/substance use disorder, depending on population served.

Responsibilities

• Assess individuals’ hopes and goals and provide supports to achieve them.
• Help individuals develop community relationships and natural supports.
• Assist individuals in participating in the community consistent with their interests.
• Protect rights and promote advocacy and self-determination.
• Provide emotional, physical, and medical support as needed.
• Document progress notes, goals, incidents, and timesheets.
• Assist with daily home operations (meal prep, chores, transportation).
• Ensure safety procedures and emergency knowledge are applied.

Skills

Empathy & listening

Education

High School Diploma

Driver's License (Valid) - USA

Job description

Monarch Healthcare in North Carolina is seeking a Developmental Specialist to support individuals with mental health diagnoses, Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities, or substance use disorders. This PRN role involves assessing goals, building community connections, and providing comprehensive support across daily living needs.

You will drive as required and participate in trainings, with a focus on rights protection, advocacy, and person-centered planning.