Caregiver / Direct Support Professional /DSP

Position : Caregiver / Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Regular Position Summary Join our team as a Direct Support Professional and help people with intellectual, developmental disabilities and mental health challenges live their best lives. In this entry‑level role you will provide compassionate care, advocate, teach skills, and support individuals to achieve personal goals in both home and community settings. Position Requirements High School Diploma or GED (Preferred in Tennessee) Minimum 18 years of age Valid driver’s license (if transportation is required) Conflict resolution, decision‑making, communication skills, and good attendance Some computer skills preferred Ability to maintain confidentiality and documentation accuracy Responsibilities Promote healthy living and prevent illness and accidents Increase awareness of self‑advocacy and support individual choice and decision‑making Accompany clients to work, movies, concerts, shopping, and other community outings Teach independent living skills and provide transportation to appointments Foster positive relationships within the community Assist with personal care and bathing, and help with household chores (laundry, cleaning, decorating) Document the care provided and provide education on human, legal, and civil rights Connect clients with resources for career, education, and volunteer opportunities Assist with medication administration where state law allows Maintain confidentiality at all times Pre‑Employment Screening Criminal background check (OIG exclusions, Child Abuse Registry, Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities) Drug testing, education verification, and other credentialing as required Proof of employment history and references (if required) Verify driver’s license, insurance, and vehicle (if position requires driving) Benefits 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 Wellbeing programs: physical, emotional and financial chronic disease management for qualifying employees Free CPR, first aid, and job‑specific training opportunities EEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center. #J-18808-Ljbffr RHA Health Services, LLC