Direct Support Professional: Empower Lives & Community

RHA Health Services, LLC; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PayActiv

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k)

Well-being programs

CPR/First aid training

Job summary

RHA Health Services, LLC in Cleveland, OH is hiring a Caregiver/Direct Support Professional (Waiver) for a regular, entry‑level role. You will join a care team, support people with disabilities in home and community settings, and wear many hats as advocate, coach, and companion.

The position offers shift variety and opportunities to develop essential skills, with pay $15.00 per hour, a $2,000‑$3,000 sign‑on bonus depending on shift, and benefits for full‑time staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (Preferred in TN).
• At least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Some computer skills preferred.
• Decision making.
• Communication skills.
• Ability to maintain good work attendance.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

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

Communication skills

Decision making

Attendance

Some computer skills

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

RHA Health Services, LLC in Cleveland, OH is hiring a Caregiver/Direct Support Professional (Waiver) for a regular, entry‑level role. You will join a care team, support people with disabilities in home and community settings, and wear many hats as advocate, coach, and companion.

The position offers shift variety and opportunities to develop essential skills, with pay $15.00 per hour, a $2,000‑$3,000 sign‑on bonus depending on shift, and benefits for full‑time staff.