Direct Support Professional

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

Benefits offered by this job

Payactiv

Employee perks and discount program

Paid Time Off

Health/Insurance

401(k)

Wellbeing Programs

CPR/First Aid training

Job summary

RHA Health Services, LLC is seeking a Direct Support Professional in North Carolina to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health, and substance use challenges. You will help implement center plans, support daily activities, and help people reach personal goals in community and facility settings.

The role requires 18+ years, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift heavy weights.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs and frequently lift 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Health and Safety Procedures.
• Assist with Person Supported Development.
• Provide support to team members and supervisors.
• Assist with person-centered plan and outcomes.
• Assist with data collection and reporting.

Skills

CPR proficiency

Driver's license

Physical strength

Communication with people supported

Data collection & reporting

Education

High School/GED

Job description

We are hiring for:Direct Support ProfessionalType:RegularIf you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!Provides support for individuals and/or groups of persons with disabilities in the community. Assists the person(s) receiving services in identifying and communicating his or her requests and needs for services and supports. Implements services and supports to address the person’s goals and desired outcomes as identified through each person’s Centered Plan. Seek to understand the individuals in the context of their personal history, their social and family networks, and their hopes and dreams for the future. Relies on direction and supervision to accomplish the job.Rate of Pay: $15.00/hourWe are hiring Direct Support Professionals for ICF Homes!Base pay set by experience and the facility. Additional pay bonuses and differentials for specific locations and shifts.Schedule: Shifts and schedules may vary by location and typically a variety of shifts are available. Shifts cover all days of the week, Monday through Sunday.Job Responsibilities:Assist with Health and Safety Procedures-Assist with People Supported DevelopmentAssists with Person Supported Community LifeProvides support to team members and supervisorsAssists with person-centered plan and outcomesAssists with medical requestsAssist with data collection and reportingPosition Requirements:At least 18 years of ageValid drivers’ licenseHigh School/GEDPhysical requirements to perform essential functions of the job included:Regularly required to lift 30 lbs.Must be able to lift a minimum of 70 lbs.Must be able to pull a minimum of 50lbs.Must be able to squat, kneel, crawl, crouch, climb, and stop.Must be able to regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.Required to regularly stand and walk.Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in CPR from the floor level requiring to work on hands, knees, bending, standing and lifting.Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.Why Should You Apply?Ability to help others and make a differenceAbility to join a team of dedicated caregivers, where you will be a valued member of a care team, enabling people RHA supports to identify and achieve personal goals, experience, meaningful days, participated in the community, and live more independently.Multiple schedules, offer flexibilityOpportunities for training and advancementPre-employment screening:Complete criminal backgroundName checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)Drug testingEducation verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.Proof of employment history or references (if required)Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.We offer the following benefits to employees:Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday!Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)401(k) retirement savings programWellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and FinancialChronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities*contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefitsEEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.About RHA:At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes.For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey.If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.