Direct Support Professional — Impactful Community Caregiver

RHA Health Services, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Payactiv

Employee perks and discount program

Paid Time Off

Health/Insurance

401(k) retirement savings program

Wellbeing Programs

Training

Job summary

RHA Health Services, LLC is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Calloway, TN. This entry-level role supports individuals with disabilities and mental health challenges in home and community settings. You’ll be an advocate, coach, and companion who helps clients achieve personal goals.

Pay range is $18–$20 per hour with a $3,000 bonus and all shifts available. Requires a HS diploma or GED, 18+, valid license, and strong communication and caregiving skills.

Qualifications

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

computer skills

decision making

communication skills

attendance

confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

RHA Health Services, LLC is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Calloway, TN. This entry-level role supports individuals with disabilities and mental health challenges in home and community settings. You’ll be an advocate, coach, and companion who helps clients achieve personal goals.

Pay range is $18–$20 per hour with a $3,000 bonus and all shifts available. Requires a HS diploma or GED, 18+, valid license, and strong communication and caregiving skills.