Direct Support Professional
About the role
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will play a critical role in empowering individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) by helping them complete everyday living tasks and achieve their goals.
Responsibilities
- Provide care in the home of the individual and the community they live in
- Assist with everyday tasks such as housekeeping, meal preparation, cooking, and cleaning
- Personal care such as bathing and dressing
- Employment support
- Transport the client to appointments and run errands
- Help plan and organize their schedule
- Daily documentation and reporting in the electronic health system of record
Requirements
- A High school diploma or GED
- Basic housekeeping, basic nutrition, and safety protocols knowledge
- Interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and dependability
- Proficiency with EHR systems or ability to learn
Qualifications
- Entry-level, on-the-job training is provided
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
- Dependability
Benefits
- Competitive salary: $15.00 hourly
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid training: CPR / first-aid, Mindset, Medication Administration, Infectious Disease, and Seizure Management
- Flexible scheduling to include full-time, part-time, and as-needed
- On-the-job skill enhancement and growth
Pay
$12.00-$18.00/hour
Schedule
Monday-Friday: flexible hours
About Easterseals PORT Health
Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy and compassionate partner, providing exceptional services in disability, mental health, and substance use to help our neighbors live their best lives. Purpose, dedication, and empathy drive our in-person and telehealth service delivery. Our diverse and inclusive 2,600-member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to 40,200 kids, adults, and families in 11,000 home, facility, and community locations across North Carolina and Virginia. Easterseals PORT Health is an Inclusive Culture, Different Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning & Growing (IDEAL) organization. Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!