Direct Support Professional: Empower Lives & Communities

00 RHA Health Services, LLC; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Payactiv: early access to earnings

Employee perks and discount program :

Paid Time Off (full-time employees)

Health/Insurance (full-time employees)

401(k) retirement

Job summary

RHA Health Services, LLC is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) Regular role in Cartersville, GA. You will provide personalized support to individuals with disabilities, promoting independence, community participation, and self-advocacy under supervision.

Responsibilities include rights advocacy, wellness support, transportation, and documentation. The role requires compassion, strong communication, and a commitment to person-centered plans in a care-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, patient and dedicated to person-centered support.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to foster independence while providing necessary support.
• Knowledge of disability rights, self-advocacy, and community integration principles.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and follow regulatory guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for individuals' human, legal, and civil rights.
• Promote health and safety by supporting wellness initiatives and accident prevention.
• Encourage self-advocacy and empower individuals in making their own choices.
• Facilitate community engagement by accompanying individuals to work, recreational activities, and social events.
• Teach and support independent living skills, including household management and personal care.
• Provide transportation for appointments, errands, and community activities.
• Foster social connections by supporting relationship-building within the community.
• Support informed decision-making regarding living arrangements, employment, and social activities.
• Assist with personal care tasks, such as hygiene, bathing, dressing, and household chores (laundry, cleaning, and decorating).
• Maintain accurate documentation of provided services and support.
• Understand and address challenges faced by individuals with disabilities, using effective advocacy strategies.
• Connect individuals with community resources for career development, education, and volunteer opportunities.
• Encourage effective communication, adapting to individual needs and preferences.
• Assist with medication administration in accordance with state laws and regulations.
• Ensure confidentiality and uphold ethical standards in all aspects of care.

Skills

Compassionate

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Fostering independence

Advocacy and rights knowledge

Record keeping

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

RHA Health Services, LLC is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) Regular role in Cartersville, GA. You will provide personalized support to individuals with disabilities, promoting independence, community participation, and self-advocacy under supervision.

Responsibilities include rights advocacy, wellness support, transportation, and documentation. The role requires compassion, strong communication, and a commitment to person-centered plans in a care-driven environment.