Direct Support Professional — Community Caregiver

RHA Health Services, LLC; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Payactiv

Employee perks and discount program

Paid Time Off

Health/Insurance

401(k)retirement savings program

Wellbeing Programs

Chronic Disease management programs

Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job

Job summary

RHA Health Services, LLC is hiring a Direct Support Professional (Part-Time) in Whitehall/Raleigh to support individuals with disabilities within community settings. You will assist with daily living, transportation, and advocacy to help clients achieve personal goals in home and community environments.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, being 18+, and a valid driver’s license. You will work as part of a care team, wearing many hats to promote independence and well-being for those

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

Computer skills

Decision making

Communication skills

Attendance

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED (Preferred)

Job description

RHA Health Services, LLC is hiring a Direct Support Professional (Part-Time) in Whitehall/Raleigh to support individuals with disabilities within community settings. You will assist with daily living, transportation, and advocacy to help clients achieve personal goals in home and community environments.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, being 18+, and a valid driver’s license. You will work as part of a care team, wearing many hats to promote independence and well-being for those