RHA Health Services, LLC·Greensboro, North Carolina
The Direct Support Specialist provides support for individuals with disabilities, assisting them in identifying their needs and implementing services to achieve their goals. The role involves assisting with health and safety procedures, community life, and person-centered plans.
We are hiring for: Direct Support Specialist/7 on/7 off
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!
Provides support for individuals and/or groups of persons with disabilities in the community.
Assists the person(s) receiving services in identifying and communicating his or her requests and needs for services and supports.
Implements services and supports to address the person’s goals and desired outcomes as identified through each person’s Centered Plan.
Seek to understand the individuals in the context of their personal history, their social and family networks, and their hopes and dreams for the future.
Relies on direction and supervision to accomplish the job.
We are hiring FULL TIME Direct Support Professionals FOR 7 ON 7 OFF, REQUIRES OVERNIGHT.
Working 7 days on and 7 days off. REQUIRES OVERNIGHT, week days allow for 8 hours off, but weekends require overnight.
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.
Market context
Behavioral health employers in North Carolina often look for licensed or credentialed clinicians, and this role requires registration with the North Carolina Substance Abuse Professional Certification board. These positions can be competitive because employers may prefer a bachelor’s degree and want candidates who can work within treatment, documentation, and care coordination expectations. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, and confirm your credential status before applying.