DSP: Community Advocate & Independent Living Coach (PT)

00 RHA Health Services, LLC; Telford (PA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Payactiv

Employee perks and discount program

Paid Time Off

Health/Insurance

401(k)

Wellbeing Programs

Chronic Disease management

Job summary

00 RHA Health Services, LLC is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for Sun & Mon 3p-11p. This role provides personalized support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them engage in the community and reach personal goals.

The DSP works under supervision, follows person-centered plans, helps with daily living, transportation, and advocacy, and maintains confidential records while promoting health and safety.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high level of compassion and patience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under supervision and follow person-centered plans.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and comply with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for individuals' human, legal, and civil rights.
• Promote health and safety and wellness initiatives.
• Encourage self-advocacy and independence.
• Assist with community engagement, transportation, and daily living skills.
• Support with personal care tasks and household chores.
• Maintain documentation of services and support.
• Connect individuals with community resources and career opportunities.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate

Patient

Person-centered support

Independence fostering

Regulatory guidelines knowledge

Disability rights knowledge

Record-keeping

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

00 RHA Health Services, LLC is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for Sun & Mon 3p-11p. This role provides personalized support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them engage in the community and reach personal goals.

The DSP works under supervision, follows person-centered plans, helps with daily living, transportation, and advocacy, and maintains confidential records while promoting health and safety.