RHA Health Services, LLC·Jackson, Tennessee
Provide personalized support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to help them achieve personal goals and engage in their communities. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, medication administration, and advocating for the individuals' legal and civil rights.
We are hiring for: Caregiver / Direct Support Professional / DSP / Wavier
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 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. A successful DSP seeks to understand each individual’s history, social and family networks, and aspirations, providing support with compassion and respect. This position operates under supervision and follows established guidelines to ensure high-quality care and advocacy.
Supervisory responsibilities: 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 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 have a high school diploma or equivalent and be at least 18 years old. Must pass pre-employment screenings, including criminal background checks and drug testing, and possess strong interpersonal skills.
Market context
In Tennessee, caregiver and Direct Support Professional roles are commonly in demand because providers need reliable support for people with developmental or other daily-living needs. These positions can be competitive when employers look for candidates who meet basic eligibility, can handle physical tasks, and pass screenings; the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here help you review the original posting faster. If you are considering applying, confirm you meet the diploma, age, lifting, and screening requirements before submitting.
