Caregiver / Direct Support Professional / Waiver

6 hours ago

Kinston, North Carolina, United States RHA Health Services Full time
We are hiring for:
Caregiver / Direct Support Professional / Waiver
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, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services

Provides support for individuals and/or groups of persons with disabilities in the community as part of our waiver services. Assists the person(s) receiving services in identifying and communicating his or her requests and needs for services and supports. Implements services and supports to address the person's goals and desired outcomes as identified through each person's Centered Plan. Seek to understand the individuals in the context of their personal history, their social and family networks, and their hopes and dreams for the future. Relies on direction and supervision to accomplish the job.

RHA is Looking for Direct Support Professionals to Join our Team

Payrate: $15.00

The Position Summary: Bring your skills and passion to our team of dedicated caregivers as a Direct Support Professional and watch your efforts make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities. In this rewarding, entry-level role you will be a key member of a care team, helping people identify and achieve their goals and live their best lives. From one day to the next, you'll wear many hats - advocate, cheerleader, teacher, shopping partner, role model, coach, and more - supporting people in both their home and community.

Position Requirements:
  • High School Diploma or GED (Preferred (TN))
  • At least 18 years of age
  • Valid drivers' license
Skill requirements:
  • Conflict resolution
  • Some computer skills preferred
  • Decision making
  • Communication skills
  • Ability to maintain good work attendance
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
Responsibilities:
  • Promote healthy living and prevent illness and accidents.
  • Increase awareness of self-advocacy and support individual choice and decision-making.
  • Accompany people to work, the movies, concerts, shopping, and other community outings.
  • Teach independent living skills.
  • Provide transportation to appointments.
  • Foster positive relationships within the community.
  • Promote decision-making about living, work, and social relationships.
  • Assist with personal care and bathing, help around the home (laundry, cleaning, and decorating)
  • Document the care you provide.
  • Provide education on human, legal, and civil rights.
  • Understand diverse challenges of those living with disabilities and use effective advocacy strategies.
  • Connect people with resources to further explore opportunities in their career, education, volunteerism, etc.
  • Promote effective communication.
  • Assist in medication administration where state law allows.
  • Protect confidentiality.
Pre-employment screening:
  • Complete criminal background
  • Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)
  • Drug testing
  • Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.
  • Proof of employment history or references (if required)
  • Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.
We offer the following benefits to employees:
  • Payactiv: early access to the money you've earned from hours you've already worked, before payday
  • Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money
  • 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 programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
  • Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities
*contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefits

EEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.

About RHA:

At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes.

For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey.

If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.

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