DSP - Night Shifts, Impactful Community Care

RHA Health Services, LLC; Levittown (PA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Payactiv

Employee perks and discounts

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Wellbeing Programs

Chronic Disease management

CPR/First aid training

Job summary

RHA Health Services, LLC invites applications for a Direct Support Professional (DSP) role. This full-time position covers Friday 10p–9a and Saturday/Sunday 9p–9a, providing personalized support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as mental health and substance use challenges.

You will help clients engage in their communities, develop independence, and express needs while following person-centered plans and state regulations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Complete pre-employment screening.
• Compassionate, patient, and dedicated to person-centered support.
• 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.
• Support informed decision-making regarding living arrangements, employment, and social activities.
• Assist with personal care tasks, such as hygiene, bathing, dressing, and household chores (laundry, cleaning, and decorating).
• Maintain accurate documentation of provided services and support.
• Understand and address challenges faced by individuals with disabilities, using effective advocacy strategies.
• Connect individuals with community resources for career development, education, and volunteer opportunities.
• Encourage effective communication, adapting to individual needs and preferences.
• Assist with medication administration in accordance with state laws and regulations.
• Ensure confidentiality and uphold ethical standards in all aspects of care.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Independence support

Disability rights

Record keeping

Regulatory compliance

Pre-employment screening

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

RHA Health Services, LLC invites applications for a Direct Support Professional (DSP) role. This full-time position covers Friday 10p–9a and Saturday/Sunday 9p–9a, providing personalized support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as mental health and substance use challenges.

You will help clients engage in their communities, develop independence, and express needs while following person-centered plans and state regulations.