Direct Support Professional

RHA Health Services

North Brunswick, NJ, United States
Base: $18.92ph; bonus/equity: not specified; benef...
Advocate for individuals' rights
Promote health and safety
Foster independence and self-advocacy
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, employee perks and discounts, paid time off, health/insurance, a 401(k) retirement savings program, and wellbeing programs for qualifying 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.

Salary

Base: $18.92/hr; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Paid Time Off (full-time employees only); Health/Insurance (full-time employees only); 401(k) retirement savings program; Wellbeing Programs; Training

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Advocate for individuals' rights
  • Promote health and safety
  • Foster independence and self-advocacy
  • Facilitate community engagement
  • Teach independent living skills
  • Maintain accurate documentation

Nice-to-have

  • Compassionate and patient demeanor
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Understanding of disability rights
  • Adapt to individual needs

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
  • Proficiency in CPR from floor level

Work Rights

Not specified

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