RHA Health Services, LLC·Pottstown, Pennsylvania
The Direct Support Professional implements tailored services aligned with individual goals, focusing on supporting people with mental health and/or behavioral health challenges in their homes and communities. Responsibilities include teaching independent living skills, promoting wellness, fostering self-advocacy, providing transportation, assisting with personal care, and documenting all services provided.
We are hiring for: Direct Support Professional / DSP / PT / Pottstown Area
If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!
The Behavioral Health Direct Support Professional (DSP) plays a vital role in supporting individuals with mental health and/or behavioral health challenges in the home and community. Working closely with each person, the DSP implements tailored services that align with the individual’s goals and desired outcomes. In this role, the DSP takes the time to understand each person’s unique background, including personal history, family, social connections, and future aspirations. Guided by supervision and direction, the DSP fosters a respectful and empowering environment.
Thursday 4p-12a, Friday 4p-12a, and Saturday 8a-4p, 4p-12a.
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Regularly required to lift 30 lbs.
Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs.
Must be able to pull a minimum of 25 lbs.
Must be able to squat, kneel, crawl, crouch, climb, and stoop.
Must be able to regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
Required to regularly stand and walk.
Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in CPR from the floor level requiring to work on hands, knees, bending, standing, and lifting.
Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.
Must be able to talk and hear.
RHA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, prohibits discrimination based on the following protected categories: 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.
Complete criminal background
Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)
Drug testing
Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.
Proof of employment history or references (if required)
Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.
*contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above
EEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.
At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes.
For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey.
If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.
Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent and be at least 18 years old, meeting all pre-employment screening requirements including a valid driver's license. The role requires physical capabilities such as regularly lifting 30 lbs, standing, walking, and demonstrating CPR proficiency from the floor level.
Market context
Behavioral health employers in Pennsylvania often seek candidates with direct patient care experience, and roles can be more competitive when applicants also bring phlebotomy certification or experience in crisis, detox, or acute psychiatric settings. This posting requires a high school diploma or GED plus at least one year of patient care experience, and the listed requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. If you’re considering applying, review whether your experience matches the setting and be ready to highlight any behavioral-health or phlebotomy background.
Caregiver / Direct Support Professional / Yellow Wing
Caregiver / Direct Support Professional / Blue Wing
Mobile Crisis Management Responder / QP / Qualified Professional (Wilmington, Jacksonville, New Bern)
