PT Direct Support Professional: Evening Impact

RHA Health Services, LLC; Coraopolis (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Payactiv: early access to earned wages

Employee perks and discount program

Paid Time Off (PT)

Health/Insurance (full-time not sure,

401(k) retirement savings program

Job summary

RHA Health Services, LLC is hiring a Direct Support Professional for the part-time evening shift (Wed, Thu, Fri & Sat, 3p–11p). The DSP will provide personalized support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and those facing mental health or substance use challenges.

You will help participants engage in meaningful activities and express their needs with compassion and respect. Responsibilities include promoting health and safety, supporting independence, facilitating

Qualifications

• Compassionate and patient approach to person-centered support.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to foster independence while providing necessary support.
• Knowledge of disability rights, self-advocacy, and community integration principles.

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.
• Assess and address challenges faced by individuals with disabilities with effective advocacy.
• Connect individuals with community resources for career development and education.

Skills

Compassionate

Patient

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Independence

Disability rights knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

RHA Health Services, LLC is hiring a Direct Support Professional for the part-time evening shift (Wed, Thu, Fri & Sat, 3p–11p). The DSP will provide personalized support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and those facing mental health or substance use challenges.

You will help participants engage in meaningful activities and express their needs with compassion and respect. Responsibilities include promoting health and safety, supporting independence, facilitating