Direct Support Professional

RHA Health Services

Thomasville, GA, United States
Advocate for human, legal, and civil rights
Promote health and safety
Teach independent living skills
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides personalized support to individuals with disabilities, helping them engage meaningfully in their communities and achieve their personal goals

Job Summary

  • 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.
  • We offer early access to earned wages through Payactiv, an employee perks and discount program, and paid time off for full-time employees.

Matching Summary

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides personalized support to individuals with disabilities, helping them engage meaningfully in their communities and achieve their personal goals.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Advocate for human, legal, and civil rights
  • Promote health and safety
  • Teach independent living skills
  • Foster social connections
  • Assist with personal care tasks
  • Maintain accurate documentation

Nice-to-have

  • Compassionate and patient individual
  • Positive and personable demeanor
  • Person-centered support approach
  • Understanding of disability rights

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Meet all pre-employment screening
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs
  • Ability to squat, kneel, crawl, climb
  • Proficiency in CPR from floor level

Work Rights

Not specified

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