Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Collage Rehabilitation Partners; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

CNA reimbursement

Referral bonus

Job summary

Learning Services, A Collage Rehabilitation Partner in Raleigh, NC, is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support adults with brain injuries in a compassionate, proactive role. The position offers 1st shift (7am-3pm) or 2nd shift (3pm-11pm) as part-time options, with a home-like living environment and ongoing rehab support.

You will assist with daily living activities, medications, and rehabilitation activities while empowering clients toward independence and personalized goals.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Driving Requirements: Valid driver’s license with a responsible driving record; travel up to 20% of the time.
• Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Promote Independence: Assist, guide, and encourage clients with ADLs and rehabilitation goals.
• Health & Wellness: Assist with medication administration and monitor nutrition plans; prepare meals.
• Proactive Behavioral Support: Support clients through challenging situations and follow behavior plans while maintaining boundaries.
• Observation & Advocacy: Identify changes in clients' conditions and alert the team for timely care.
• Transportation & Community Outings: Safely transport clients to medical appointments and activities.
• Compliance & Documentation: Complete required shift data sheets and incident reports per CARF/state/federal standards.
• Environment & Safety: Maintain a clean, safe living environment aligned with licensing requirements.
• Team Communication: Participate in shift hand-offs and collaborate with families and care teams.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP ) – Adult Neurorehabilitation

Location: Raleigh, NC

Company: Learning Services, A Collage Rehabilitation Partner

Employment Type: Part-Time

Schedule Options: 1st shift (7am-3pm) or 2nd shift (3pm-11pm) available.

Ready to make a meaningful impact? Join a dynamic organization that provides exceptional neurological rehabilitation to adults with brain injuries.

For over 35 years, Collage Rehabilitation Partners has partnered with patients, families, and funders across the country to move lives forward. Known by our trusted names across the country—Learning Services, ReMed, Tree of Life, Collage Home & Community Rehabilitation Partners, and Collage Nursing & Homecare Partners,we are one unified company on a single mission: delivering specialized, expert neurorehabilitation from inpatient facilities to home-based care. Same exceptional care, same dedicated teams—fully connected.

Step into a career and join a team whose mission is to move lives forward every day!!

About The Role

We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and proactive Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join our team. In this role, you will play a vital part in implementing rehabilitation strategies and providing guidance, support, and encouragement to individuals working toward personal independence.

From assisting with daily living activities to supporting vocational and recreational pursuits, you will empower clients to build confidence, achieve their personalized goals, and thrive in a safe, home-like environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Client Support & Rehabilitation

• Promote Independence: Assist, guide, and encourage clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), community living skills, and personalized rehabilitation goals.
• Health & Wellness: Assist with medication administration as assigned, monitor nutrition plans, and prepare well-balanced meals daily.
• Proactive Behavioral Support: Support clients through challenging situations (e.g., refusal of activities or medications) and implement behavior management plans while maintaining professional boundaries and mutual trust.
• Observation & Advocacy: Identify changes in clients' behavioral, emotional, cognitive, or physical conditions and alert the treatment team to ensure timely care.
• Transportation & Community Outings: Safely transport and accompany clients to medical appointments, group outings, errands, and recreational activities.

Operations & Documentation

• Compliance & Record Keeping: Accurately complete required shift documentation—including daily data sheets, goal sheets, vital/seizure flow sheets, supervision checklists, and incident reports,in compliance with CARF, state, and federal standards.
• Environment & Safety: Maintain a clean, organized, safe, and welcoming living environment for residents in alignment with licensing requirements.
• Team Communication: Participate in shift hand-offs, review operational communications (emails, meeting minutes, rounds summaries), and collaborate effectively with family members, care teams, and leadership.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Driving Requirements: Valid driver’s license with a record of responsible driving behavior. Must have the ability to travel and/or operate a vehicle for up to 20% of the time spent working in this position.
• Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 50lbs.

Benefits & Compensation

• Healthcare: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Retirement & Security: 401(k) plan and short/long-term disability options.
• Professional Growth: Tuition Assistance programs, continuing education support and CNA & CNA II Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Incentives: Employee Referral Bonus program.

Collage Rehabilitation Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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