Direct Support Professional

Job Overview

Position:
Direct Support Professional (DSP). Type:
Regular.

Pay Rate: $20 per hour. Sign‑on bonus: $1,000.

• 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, 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.

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Completed all pre‑employment screening (criminal background check, drug testing, education verification, employment history).
• Compassionate, patient, and dedicated 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.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and follow regulatory guidelines.

• Regularly lift and carry up to 20 lbs. and occasionally pull at least 40 lbs.
• Required to squat, kneel, crawl, crouch, climb, and stoop as part of regular job duties.
• Use hands and fingers to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Demonstrate proficiency in CPR from floor level (hands and knees, bending, standing, lifting).
• Meeting vision requirements: close, distance, and peripheral vision.
• Must be able to talk and hear; exception for Deaf and Hard of Hearing programs where American Sign Language fluency is required.

• Payactiv: early access to earned wages 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.
• Well‑being programs: physical, emotional, and financial chronic disease management 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.

RHA is an equal‑opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex/gender, marital status, civil status, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or disability. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees with protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.