Direct Support Professional: Empower Lives in Community

00 RHA Health Services, LLC; Elizabethtown (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Payactiv: early access to earnings

Employee perks & discount program

Paid Time Off (FT)

Health Insurance (FT)

401(k)

Wellbeing Programs

Chronic Disease management programs

Free CPR/first aid training

Job summary

RHA Health Services in Bladen County is hiring a Direct Support Professional to help individuals with disabilities in home and community settings. You will support daily activities, promote independence, and advocate for client needs in a rewarding, entry-level role.

Shifts vary and may include weekends; you will wear many hats, from caregiver to coach, ensuring safety, dignity, and quality of life for those you serve.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 18 years or older required.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Promote healthy living and prevent illness and accidents.
• 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

Some computer skills

Decision making

Communication skills

Good attendance

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

RHA Health Services in Bladen County is hiring a Direct Support Professional to help individuals with disabilities in home and community settings. You will support daily activities, promote independence, and advocate for client needs in a rewarding, entry-level role.

Shifts vary and may include weekends; you will wear many hats, from caregiver to coach, ensuring safety, dignity, and quality of life for those you serve.