Direct Support Professional

Ryans Place LLC; Kannapolis (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Free mandatory training (CPR/First Aid

Flexible scheduling

Competitive pay

Job summary

Ryan’s Place is hiring a Direct Support Professional in Kannapolis, NC to support individuals aged 3 and older with disabilities. You will help with daily living skills, personal care, medication administration, and community integration while documenting progress and following individualized plans.

The role emphasizes patient, compassionate care and a warm, supportive environment with opportunities for training and growth. Compensation ranges $17–$21 per hour with performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Caregiver, Home Health Aide, or similar role is preferred.
• First aid and CPR-certified.
• Must have a GED or High School Diploma.
• Knowledge of basic housekeeping tasks and cooking skills.
• Ability to adhere to all health and safety guidelines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Valid Driver’s license from state of residence with a safe driving record.
• Must provide Auto Insurance Declaration Page as proof of valid automobile insurance (minimum liability insurance required).
• Criminal background check presents no health and safety risk to the individual.
• Must not be listed on the National Health Care Registry.
• Cannot be Sanctioned or suspected of Sanction.
• Minimum of 2 acceptable professional and personal references.
• Satisfactory Physician’s Statement and TB Questionnaire submitted to Human Resources prior to hire (valid within the last calendar year).

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance and support to individuals including, but not limited to all daily living skills, personal care, and access to the community for integration and meaningful activities/lifelong learning.
• Interacts frequently and positively with individuals and support staff, including role modeling, appropriate personal conduct, manners, dress code and appearance, and active communication skills.
• Assists in training and monitoring of individuals in a variety of service areas per each client’s Individual Support Plan/Person Centered Plan.
• Provides direct support services/add-on services, documents the effects of services as goals are performed, and provides entries into client records for goal progress within 24 hours of services rendered, as per each client’s Individual Support Plan/Person Centered Plan.
• Encourages independence of the individual by following habilitation plans (Short Term Goals) and all related documentation and procedures (this includes medical treatments, Medication Administration procedures, behavioral and medical observations/interventions, and any additional clinical documentation to be kept daily according to Client Specific Competencies).
• Is trained and performs all duties including, but not limited to: partial to full physical assistance for lifting, positioning, transferring, personal care, etc.
• Operates motor vehicles as necessary to transport clients with valid documentation of a Driver’s License, Auto Insurance Declaration Page, and a clean/current driving record.
• Attends all assigned meetings, trainings, and clinical supervisions to acquire necessary skills. Participates in 10 hours of Continuing Education Units (CEUs) annually according to Policy 8P.

Skills

Caregiving experience

First aid

CPR certification

Valid driver's license

Communication skills

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Job description

Future Opening: Direct Support Professional

• Bonus based on performance

We are seeking a Direct Support Professional to join our team. In this role, you will make a difference in the lives of ages 3 and older that may have disabilities by enhancing their quality of life. Responsibilities include assisting with hygiene needs, light housekeeping and errands, dispensing medication, and other tasks that improve the client’s living environment and standards. This also includes providing a meaningful day, and enhancing our members developmental and social skills. The ideal candidate is patient, compassionate, and reliable. We offer positive and warm work environment with the opportunity to grow; we love to foster our staff’s skills and talents!

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance and support to individuals including, but not limited to all daily living skills, personal care, and access to the community for integration and meaningful activities/lifelong learning.
• Interacts frequently and positively with individuals and support staff, including role modeling, appropriate personal conduct, manners, dress code and appearance, and active communication skills. Promotes the right of individuals to achieve an enhanced quality of life.
• Assists in training and monitoring of individuals in a variety of service areas per each client’s Individual Support Plan/Person Centered Plan.
• Provides direct support services/add-on services, documents the effects of services as goals are performed, and provides entries into client records for goal progress within 24 hours of services rendered, as per each client’s Individual Support Plan/Person Centered Plan. Ensures that all services are delivered in a manner consistent with RYAN’S PLACE, LLC. ’s mission, values, and philosophy and with the service parameters of Medicaid funded services.
• Encourages independence of the individual by following habilitation plans (Short Term Goals) and all related documentation and procedures (this includes medical treatments, Medication Administration procedures, behavioral and medical observations/interventions, and any additional clinical documentation to be kept daily according to Client Specific Competencies). Ensures that individuals fully participate possible in all daily living routines.
• Is trained and performs all duties including, but not limited to: partial to full physical assistance for lifting, positioning, transferring, personal care, etc. Independent Contractors are required to provide written statements regarding any physical restrictions for work confirmed by a physician/physician’s assistant. (for Direct Support Professionals)
• Operates motor vehicles as necessary to transport clients with valid documentation of a Driver’s License, Auto Insurance Declaration Page, and a clean/current driving record.
• Attends all assigned meetings, trainings, and clinical supervisions to acquire necessary skills. Participates in 10 hours of Continuing Education Units (CEUs) annually according to Policy 8P.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Caregiver, Home Health Aide, or similar role is preferred
• First aid and CPR-certified
• Must have a GED or High School Diploma
• Knowledge of basic housekeeping tasks and cooking skills
• Ability to adhere to all health and safety guidelines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Valid Driver’s license from state of residence with a safe driving record
• Must provide Auto Insurance Declaration Page as proof of valid automobile insurance (minimum liability insurance required)
• Criminal background check presents no health and safety risk to the individual
• Must not be listed on the National Health Care Registry
• Cannot be Sanctioned or suspected of Sanction
• Minimum of 2 acceptable professional and personal references
• Satisfactory Physician’s Statement and TB Questionnaire submitted to Human Resources prior to hire (valid within the last calendar year)

Compensation: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour

Compensation: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour

Ryan Lanford was an amazing human who touched many lives with his patient and forgiving spirit. Ryan lived with Luis in Alternative Family Living for six years. Ryan dealt with the challenges that many people living with disabilities in North Carolina face. He did not receive comprehensive services through a Waiver and needed assistance in receiving therapeutic and mental health support. Luis, Ryan, and Ryan’s mother worked hard to get him every service he needed and find him integrated, meaningful activities every day. Ryan and Luis were like brothers. As much as Luis helped Ryan, Ryan helped Luis learn patience, forgiveness, and kindness in so many ways.

Luis always says that no matter what kind of day Ryan had or how he was feeling, he always took the time to show his love. He was unconditionally forgiving, and most of all, he was kind. This is where the philosophy and motivation for honoring Ryan’s legacy started. Sadly, Ryan is no longer with us, but his legacy of love and kindness lives on in the mission of this agency!

As Ryan would say, “Ain’t life grand?”

Mission Statement

Our mission is to address the needs of individuals with disabilities by nurturing a community that respects their differences and cultivates their potential to grow and reach their goals.

Values Statement

Ryan’s Place takes an E.P.I.C. approach to the quality of services provided:

• Empowerment
• Partnership
• Integrity
• Commitment

Ryan’s Place is a provider agency serving children and adults ages 3-100 with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities. The agency is currently seeking staff to work 1:1 in the community with members, Community Navigators to advocate for members’ needs and Qualified Professionals with I/DD experience. If you are seeking meaningful work where you can truly help others, this may be just the role for you!

Competitive pay ($17-20.00 starting rate per hour, based on experience)

Flexibility in hours and scheduling

Free mandatory training, including CPR/1st Aid

A positive and warm work environment with the opportunity to grow; we love to foster our staff’s skills and talents!