Direct Support Professional / PT / Salisbury Behavioral Health

RHA Health Services, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Wellbeing programs

CPR training

Job summary

RHA Health Services, Salisbury Behavioral Health, is hiring a Direct Support Professional (PT) to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and behavioral health challenges. The role emphasizes compassionate care, personal assistance, and community engagement.

Responsibilities include promoting wellness, assisting with daily living, transportation, and advocating for individual preferences, while maintaining confidentiality and completing proper documentation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age 18.
• Meet all pre-employment screening requirements.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in identifying and communicating requests for services and support.
• Promote healthy lifestyle and wellness practices; prevent illness and accidents.
• Foster self-advocacy and support independent living skills.
• Provide transportation to appointments and community activities; accompany individuals during social outings.
• Document services for accurate records and communication among teams.
• Understand and address mental health and behavioral health challenges; connect to resources.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are hiring for: Direct Support Professional / PT / Salisbury Behavioral Health. Type: Regular. If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists the person(s) receiving services in identifying and communicating their requests and needs for services and support.
• Promotes and supports a healthy lifestyle by educating on wellness practices and implementing strategies to prevent illness and accidents.
• Fosters self‑advocacy and encourages individual choice and decision‑making aligned with personal goals.
• Accompanies and supports individuals in community activities such as work, movies, concerts, shopping, and other social outings to promote social engagement.
• Teaches and supports the development of independent living skills, enhancing self‑sufficiency in daily activities.
• Provides safe and reliable transportation to appointments and community engagements.
• Fosters positive relationships and inclusivity within the community, encouraging integration and a sense of belonging.
• Supports and guides decision‑making related to living arrangements, employment, and social relationships, respecting individual preferences.
• Assists with personal care tasks, including bathing and hygiene, as well as household chores like laundry, cleaning, and decorating, to maintain a comfortable living environment.
• Documents all services provided to ensure accurate records and effective communication among support teams.
• Understands the unique challenges faced by individuals with mental health and behavioral health challenges and uses advocacy strategies to address barriers.
• Connects individuals to resources that support career exploration, educational opportunities, volunteerism, and personal growth.
• Promotes effective communication, ensuring all interactions are respectful, clear, and supportive of the individual’s needs.
• Administers medications when allowed by state regulations, following all safety and procedural guidelines.
• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding personal information, adhering to all legal and ethical standards.
• Performs additional duties as assigned and enhances service quality.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age 18 years.
• Meet all pre‑employment screening requirements.
• Valid driver’s license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Regularly lift 30 lbs.; must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs.
• Must be able to pull a minimum of 25 lbs.
• Must be able to squat, kneel, crawl, crouch, climb, and stoop.
• Must be able to use hands to manipulate objects, tools, or controls.
• Required to stand and walk regularly.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in CPR from the floor level, working on hands, knees, bending, standing, and lifting.
• Vision requirements include close, distance, and peripheral vision.

BENEFITS

• Payactiv: early access to earned wages before payday.
• Employee perks and discount program.
• Paid Time Off (full‑time employees only).
• Health/insurance (full‑time employees only).
• 401(k) retirement savings program.
• Wellbeing programs: physical, emotional, and financial chronic disease management.
• Free CPR, first aid, and job‑specific training opportunities.
• Contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for these benefits.

PRE‑EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

• Complete criminal background check.
• Name checks in registries (OIG exclusions, Child Abuse Registry, Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities).
• Drug testing.
• Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.
• Proof of employment history or references.
• If driving is required, proof of driver’s license, insurance, and vehicle.

EEO STATEMENT

RHA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer prohibiting discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex/gender, marital status, civil status, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or disability. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees with protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you have a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.