Direct Support Professional
About the Role
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH), you’ll play a critical role in empowering individuals and strengthening communities by helping people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) complete everyday living tasks and achieve their goals. This is a part-time position with afternoon shifts, located in Buxton, NC and surrounding areas, involving local community travel. You will provide care in the individual’s home and community.
Responsibilities
- Assist with everyday tasks such as housekeeping, meal preparation, cooking, and cleaning.
- Provide personal care including bathing, dressing, toiletry, and changing diapers.
- Offer employment support and help plan and organize the individual’s schedule.
- Transport clients to appointments and run errands.
- Complete daily documentation and reporting in the electronic health system of record.
Why Join Us
- Impact with Purpose: Offer families much-needed support and breaks.
- Professional Growth: Work alongside seasoned leaders who care about your development.
- Flexibility: Flexible schedules based on client needs and your availability.
- Paid Training: CPR/first-aid, Mindset, Medication Administration, Infectious Disease, and Seizure Management.
Pay
Competitive hourly rate: $15/hour.
Benefits
- Optional 403(b) Retirement Plan.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Flexible scheduling.
- On-the-job skill enhancement and growth.
Requirements
- Experience: Entry-level; on-the-job training is provided.
- Education: High school diploma or GED is required.
- Knowledge: Basic housekeeping, nutrition, and safety protocols.
- Skills: Interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and dependability are a must.
- Technology: Proficiency with EHR systems or ability to learn.
- Transportation: Must have reliable transportation, a driver’s license, and current auto insurance.
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 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.