Caregiver ​/ Direct Support Professional​/Charlotte NC

Caregiver / Direct Support Professional

Location:

Charlotte, NC.

Employment Type:

Regular.

Starting pay: $15.00 per hour (base pay set by facility). Additional pay bonuses and differentials for specific locations and shifts.

Schedule:

shifts available Monday through Sunday.

• Assist with health and safety procedures.
• Assist with people supported development.
• Assists with person supported community life.
• Provides support to team members and supervisors.
• Assists with person-centered plan and outcomes.
• Assists with medical requests.
• Assist with data collection and reporting.

• At least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Physical requirements:
  
  regularly required to lift 30lbs; must be able to lift a minimum of 70lbs, pull a minimum of 50lbs, squat, kneel, crawl, crouch, climb, and stop; capable of frequently using hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; required to stand and walk regularly.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in CPR from the floor level, working on hands, knees, bending, standing, and lifting.
• Vision requirements: close, distance, and peripheral vision.

• Criminal background check.
• Drug testing.
• Education verification and other credentialing as required.
• Proof of employment history or references if required.
• For positions requiring driving: proof of driver's license, insurance, and vehicle.

• Payactiv: early access to earned money before payday.
• Employee perks and discount program.
• Paid Time Off (full-time employees only).
• Health/Insurance (full-time employees only).
• 401(k) retirement savings program.
• Wellbeing programs:
  Physical, Emotional, and Financial programs for chronic disease management.
• Training:
  Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities.
• Contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for benefits.

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.