Direct Support Professional - Part-Time, Community Care

RHA Health Services, LLC; Lincolnton (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Payactiv

Employee perks and discounts

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) retirement savings program

Wellbeing programs

Chronic disease management programs

CPR and first aid training

Job summary

RHA Health Services, LLC is hiring a Direct Support Professional for the Lincolnton, NC area on a part-time schedule. The role supports individuals with disabilities in community and home settings, helping them communicate needs and achieve goals under a Centered Plan.

You will wear many hats as part of a caregiving team, assisting with daily activities, transportation, and advocacy while maintaining dignity and choice for clients. Prioritizes safety and confidentiality in all interactions.

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.
• Pre-employment screening including background check, registry checks, drug testing, and verification.

Skills

Conflict resolution

Computer skills

Decision making

Communication skills

Attendance

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED (Preferred (TN))

Job description

RHA Health Services, LLC is hiring a Direct Support Professional for the Lincolnton, NC area on a part-time schedule. The role supports individuals with disabilities in community and home settings, helping them communicate needs and achieve goals under a Centered Plan.

You will wear many hats as part of a caregiving team, assisting with daily activities, transportation, and advocacy while maintaining dignity and choice for clients. Prioritizes safety and confidentiality in all interactions.