Direct Support Professional - Empower Lives in the Community

RHA Health Services, LLC; Oldenburg (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Payactiv (early access to earned wages

Employee perks and discount program

Paid Time Off

Health/Insurance

401(k) retirement savings program

Wellbeing Programs

Chronic Disease management programs

Job summary

RHA Health Services, LLC is hiring a Direct Support Professional (Waiver) to support individuals with disabilities in the community as part of waiver services. You will assist in identifying needs, implementing services per the Centered Plan, and helping clients live their best lives with advocacy and care.

This entry-level role involves working as part of a care team in both home and community settings, wearing multiple hats as advocate, coach, and companion to promote independence and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (Preferred (TN)).
• At least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license.

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

Computer skills

Decision making

Communication skills

Attendance

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

RHA Health Services, LLC is hiring a Direct Support Professional (Waiver) to support individuals with disabilities in the community as part of waiver services. You will assist in identifying needs, implementing services per the Centered Plan, and helping clients live their best lives with advocacy and care.

This entry-level role involves working as part of a care team in both home and community settings, wearing multiple hats as advocate, coach, and companion to promote independence and