The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides personalized support to individuals with disabilities, helping them engage meaningfully in their communities and achieve their personal goals. This role involves assisting individuals in identifying and expressing their needs, implementing services aligned with their person-centered plans, and fostering independence and self-advocacy. A successful DSP seeks to understand each individual’s history, social and family networks, and aspirations, providing support with compassion and respect. This position operates under supervision and follows established guidelines to ensure high-quality care and advocacy. Duties include advocating for individuals’ human, legal, and civil rights; promoting health and safety; encouraging self-advocacy; facilitating community engagement; teaching independent living skills; providing transportation; fostering social connections; supporting informed decision-making; assisting with personal care tasks; maintaining accurate documentation; addressing challenges faced by individuals with disabilities; connecting individuals with community resources; encouraging effective communication; assisting with medication administration; and ensuring confidentiality and ethical standards. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. Minimum qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent, being at least 18 years old, passing pre-employment screening, and possessing compassion, patience, strong communication skills, knowledge of disability rights, and ability to maintain records. Physical demands include lifting, pulling, squatting, kneeling, crawling, crouching, climbing, stooping, and proficiency in CPR. RHA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified employees with disabilities.
By applying, you consent to your information being transmitted by Jooble to the Employer, as data controller, through the Employer’s data processor SonicJobs.
See Sonicjobs Privacy Policy at and Terms & Conditions at and SonicJobs Privacy Policy at and Terms of Use at
...apply new skills. What makes a good candidate: This entry level position is a good fit for people who are looking to supplement... ...around your needs. It doesnt matter if you have a Bachelors Degree, an Associates Degree, or no degree at all we can train you...
...available ~ Hospital-employed position with a call of 1:4~2 days in the OR and 2.5 days in the clinic ~ New or experienced vascular surgeons are welcome to apply ~ J-1 and H-1B visas are accepted ~2 da Vinci Xi robots are on-site ~ Must be board certified or...
...committed to high standards, and rooted in respect for all. Above all, we seek faculty who have a genuine love for teaching. History Teaching Faculty The History Department at JLA will provide students with a strong foundation in the essential subject matter of...
...HHM Talent is assisting a client search for a Travelling Title Clerk. Job Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced and seasoned... ...pay of up to $30 per hour. All travel expenses covered. Company-provided vehicle. Opportunity for annual raises and career...
...peace of mind and enhancing quality of life. A Typical Day for an RN/LPN with Fieldstone of DeWitt: Conduct comprehensive... ...on your shift duration and working hours. Current Openings: PRN 1st Shift (6:30am-2:00pm) Full-Time 2nd Shift (2:00pm-10:00pm...