Direct Support Professional — Part-Time, Empower Lives

RHA Health Services, LLC; Hamptonville (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Payactiv

Employee perks and discount program

Paid Time Off (part-time)

Job summary

RHA Health Services, LLC is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Hamptonville, NC. The role involves assisting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, promoting independence, and supporting community engagement.

Part-time schedule includes 1st/2nd shifts and a $15.00/hour pay rate, with a $1,500 sign-on bonus. The DSP helps with daily living tasks, transportation, documentation, and advocacy while ensuring health, safety, and privacy.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of disability rights, self-advocacy, and community integration principles.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and follow regulatory guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for individuals’ human, legal, and civil rights.
• Promote health and safety by supporting wellness initiatives and accident prevention.
• Encourage self-advocacy and empower individuals in making their own choices.
• Facilitate community engagement by accompanying individuals to work, recreational activities, and social events.
• Teach and support independent living skills, including household management and personal care.
• Provide transportation for appointments, errands, and community activities.
• Foster social connections by supporting relationship-building within the community.
• Assist with medication administration in accordance with state laws and regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Person-centered support

Disability rights knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

RHA Health Services, LLC is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Hamptonville, NC. The role involves assisting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, promoting independence, and supporting community engagement.

Part-time schedule includes 1st/2nd shifts and a $15.00/hour pay rate, with a $1,500 sign-on bonus. The DSP helps with daily living tasks, transportation, documentation, and advocacy while ensuring health, safety, and privacy.