DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL-HOURLY

Job Description

Job Description

Change Lives While Growing Your Own Career

Direct Support Professional

DailyPay Available

Fine Line Studios

All newly hired staff who sign an offer letter on or before August 31, 2026 are eligible.

• $250 paid after 90 days of employment
• $250 paid after 180 days of employment

Looking for More Than Just a Job?

At RHD, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life.

We’re seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals who are looking for more than a paycheck. We’re looking for individuals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others succeed.

Whether you’re beginning your career, changing professions, or bringing years of experience, we provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to help you thrive.

No experience required for many positions. Paid training provided.

About RHD

For more than 53 years, RHD has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support.

Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice.

Every day, our team members make a meaningful impact by supporting people in reaching their goals and living their best lives.

Why Join Our Team?

Competitive Pay & Benefits

• Competitive Compensation

• DailyPay – Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance - after 30 days

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Paid Time Off

• Employee Assistance Program

• Wellness Programs

• Employee Referral Bonuses

• Company-Paid Training

Career Growth & Development

• Paid Training Programs

• Professional Development Opportunities

• Certification Opportunities

• Leadership Development Programs

• Career Advancement Opportunities

• Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines

Meaningful Work That Matters

• Make a Difference Every Day

• Support Individuals and Families

• Build Meaningful Relationships

• Strengthen Communities

• Join a Mission-Driven Organization

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will direct the daily activities of adolescent males in programming utilizing acceptable behavioral management principles. Must have the ability to exercise independent judgment in crisis situations.

Your responsibilities may includes:

• Assists with daily living activities, including but not limited to planning and preparing meals, housekeeping, and assisting with personal hygiene, cleaning.

· Supports the independence of persons served by providing the assistance necessary to maximize their quality of life.

· Assistance with all home management chores-cleaning, doing laundry, cooking

· Transport to and supervise/support/assure safety at community activities and events client chooses to attend. (i.e.: local festivals, eating out, movies, etc.)

· Supports persons served in developing relationships and becoming involved in their communities.

· Assure overall safety in the home with supervision/support, physical assistance, verbal prompts, and staff completion of home management tasks if client cannot or will not complete.

· Assist with critical thinking/judgement/and decision making in the home and community for overall personal health and safety. Handling any home or personal emergency that arises while service is being provided as directed by RHD guidelines in the On-Call Procedure.

· Provides supervision and guidance to the person served to build skills and competence.

· Documents interactions and activities per policies and procedures

· Monitors and responds to crisis situations or potential crisis situations consistent with best practice, policies, and procedures

· Communicate effectively with clients, Supervisors, and Supported Living Coaches consistently to assure client health and safety and follow up on any instructions given regarding personal or home management needs and/or tasks for client.

· Reports suspected incidents of neglect, abuse, or mistreatment consistent with the organization's policies and procedures

· Follow incident management reporting procedures.

· Maintains client confidentiality and adheres to the organization's values.

· Assists in maintaining the well-being and safety of persons served.

· Supervise medication administration, Complete MARS, service logs, data collection, and Electronic Health Records as required.

· Performs other duties as requested or assigned, verbally or in writing.

· Provide care that’s trauma informed.

Who We’re Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

✔ Compassionate

✔ Dependable

✔ Patient

✔ Team-Oriented

✔ Service-Focused

✔ Professional

✔ Positive

✔ Committed to Helping Others

Qualifications

Education and Experience Required:

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Valid Driver's License
• Clean driving record that meets agency requirements
• Ability to pass background screenings and other pre-employment requirements
• Compassionate and professional approach to supporting others
• Preferred
  • Associate's or Bachelor's Degree
  • Experience in human services, direct support, special education, behavioral health, recreation, art instruction, or developmental disabilities services
  • Artistic background, creative skills, or experience teaching or facilitating art activities
• Ideal Candidate
  • Creative and artistic
  • Compassionate and patient
  • Dependable and professional
  • Strong communication skills
  • Team-oriented
  • Passionate about supporting people with disabilities
  • Committed to inclusion and person-centered services

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist individuals as needed

• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

  Join Us in Building Better Futures! Apply Today!

Some jobs pay the bills.

Some jobs build careers.

This job changes lives.

If you’re looking for meaningful work where your compassion, dedication, and hard work make a real difference every day, we encourage you to apply today.