Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Full-Time- 1st Shift

Collage Rehabilitation Partners; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) plan

Tuition Assistance

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Learning Services, a Collage Rehabilitation Partner, seeks a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for adult neurorehabilitation in Raleigh, NC. This full-time role operates 7am-3pm and focuses on implementing rehabilitation strategies and supporting clients toward personal independence.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living, supervising health and wellness activities, and advocating for clients.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Promote independence: assist with activities of daily living and rehabilitation goals.
• Support health & wellness: assist with medication administration, monitor nutrition, prepare meals.
• Provide behavioral support and maintain professional boundaries.
• Observe changes in clients and alert the treatment team.
• Safely transport clients to medical appointments and community activities.

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: Full-Time

Schedule: 7am-3pm

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.
• Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• 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.

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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