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How much do direct support professional caregiver jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for direct support professional caregiver in Raleigh, NC is $14.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.08 and $16.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a direct support professional caregiver?

Direct Support Professional (DSP) Caregivers are trained individuals who assist people with intellectual, developmental, or physical disabilities in their daily lives. They help clients with personal care, medication management, transportation, meal preparation, and participation in community activities. DSP Caregivers are essential for promoting independence, safety, and a higher quality of life for those they support. Their work often takes place in homes, group residences, or community settings, providing both practical and emotional support.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a direct support professional caregiver?

To thrive as a Direct Support Professional Caregiver, you need a foundational understanding of personal care, support strategies for individuals with disabilities, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with documentation systems, basic medical equipment, and sometimes certifications like CPR/First Aid are typically required. Patience, strong communication, empathy, and problem-solving abilities are standout soft skills in this role. These skills and qualities are vital to ensure the safety, well-being, and empowerment of clients while maintaining effective and compassionate care.

What challenges do direct support professional caregivers face and how can they be managed?

Direct Support Professional Caregivers often encounter challenges such as managing unpredictable behaviors, balancing multiple clients' needs, and maintaining clear boundaries while building supportive relationships. Effective communication, consistent routines, and ongoing training in de-escalation techniques are essential for managing these challenges. Many organizations also provide mentorship, teamwork, and regular check-ins to help staff navigate difficult situations and prevent burnout, fostering a supportive work environment.

What is the difference between Direct Support Professional Caregiver vs Personal Care Assistant?

AspectDirect Support Professional CaregiverPersonal Care Assistant
CertificationsOften requires CPR, First Aid, and state-specific trainingMay require similar certifications, depending on state regulations
Work EnvironmentSupports individuals with disabilities in community or residential settingsProvides in-home assistance to elderly or disabled clients
Employer & IndustryNonprofits, government agencies, healthcare providersHome healthcare agencies, private clients

Both roles involve assisting individuals with daily activities, but Direct Support Professional Caregivers typically work with people with disabilities in community or residential settings, while Personal Care Assistants mainly provide in-home support to elderly or disabled clients. The certifications and work environments overlap, but their focus and settings differ.

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Infographic showing various Direct Support Professional Caregiver job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,138 per year, or $15 per hour.

AFL Professional Caregiver / Direct Support Professional / DSP

RHA Health Services

Creedmoor, NC • On-site

$10 - $13/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

RHA Health Services rating

5.3

Company rating: 5.3 out of 10

Based on 94 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

195th of 243 rated social care providers

Job description

We are hiring for:
AFL Professional Caregiver / Direct Support Professional / DSP
Type:
AFL Provider (NC) - Independent Contractor
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!
RHA is Looking for AFL Caregivers to Join or Team in Creedmoor!!!!!
Competitive Daily Rate and Paid Training!
(Option to work additional hours as Direct Support Professional)
Do you have room in your home and heart to support an adult or child with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities? Are you able to support an individual to be successful at home, work and in the community? If so, you may find fulfillment in the role of Alternative Family Living (AFL) Professional Caregiver.
We are looking for caring individuals who share our dedication to providing a supportive environment for persons with intellectual and /or Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) in their home. We ask that you bring a desire to serve others and share your home, and RHA will provide the training and support to ensure your success.
RHA Health Services is a provider of comprehensive, person-centered services for individuals living with I/DD. RHA is pleased to offer high-quality AFL services throughout North Carolina. AFL offers adults and children with I/DD the option to live in a natural home setting with a professional caregiver to support them in reaching personal goals and living the life they choose. RHA professional caregivers report that their lives and the lives of their families are enriched by this opportunity. RHA is a reliable provider with decades of experience serving individuals with I/DD and our AFL services are supported by a strong team of professional and administrative staff. We are typically able to make AFL placements quickly and support individuals with a wide variety of needs.
Qualifications:
  • HS Diploma/GED
  • 18 years old or older
  • Documentation of home ownership: current mortgage statement or renter's lease
  • Proof of homeowner's renter insurance or personal property insurance
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Ability to pass a criminal background check, Healthcare Registry and Urine Drug Screen for yourself and other adults in the home
  • Willing to be a self-employed worker

As an AFL caregiver you will be asked to provide support for individuals with disabilities in a home setting. You will be asked to provide the supports identified below based on the needs of the individual in your care:
  • Seek to understand the individual in the context of their personal history, their social and family networks, and their hopes and dreams for the future.
  • Support the individual in eating nutritious meals and snacks consistent with dietary needs, resting (by providing sleeping accommodations), daily self-care activities, leisure/recreation, education and working. Supports are provided according to the person's abilities and interests while ensuring privacy and dignity.
  • Prepare, teach and assist the person in food preparation, and cleaning of the home.
  • Honor the choices, preferences and culture of the person you support.
  • Assist in providing opportunities for social, emotional and spiritual needs to be met.
  • Assist with transportation and scheduling of all medical, therapy, vocational and recreational activities.
  • Ensure that the home environment is safe and in good condition.
  • Implement services and supports to address goals identified through the Person Centered Plan. This includes medical, psychiatric, recreational, spiritual, and emotional needs.
  • Assist the person supported by attending treatment team meetings and facilitating communication related to individual needs, response to service and supports, and progress toward goals.
  • Participate in supervision as agreed upon in the RHA supervision contract.

RHA will assist you in the following capacities:
  • Provide support through a multidisciplinary team for crisis assistance and training as needed as you begin your journey as an AFL caregiver. Training includes RHA's proprietary ProAct training, which focuses on supporting resiliency, emotional stability and problem solving.
  • Assist in coordinating respite care to support your needs as a caregiver.
  • Supervision will be provided to assist you in adjusting to your new role. The frequency and amount of supervision will be determined in a collaborative relationship with your RHA supervisor.
  • RHA's compensation package shall be determined based on the needs of the individual served and you will be paid as a contract provider.

Pre-employment screening:
  • 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.

We offer the following benefits to employees:
  • Payactiv: early access to the money you've earned from hours you've already worked, before payday!
  • Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!
  • 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 programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
  • Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities

*contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefits
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.
About RHA:
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.

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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, and Tennessee.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Asheville, NC, US

Year founded

1989

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