Direct Support Professional

About the role

Easterseals PORT Health empowers individuals and strengthens communities through its mission. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you'll play a crucial role in this mission by assisting people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) with daily living tasks and achieving 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, toiletry, and changing diapers
• 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

• Entry-level, on-the-job training is provided
• A high school diploma or GED is required
• Basic housekeeping, basic nutrition, and safety protocols knowledge
• Interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and dependability are essential
• Proficiency with EHR systems or ability to learn
• Reliable transportation and current auto insurance

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

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: Entry-level, on-the-job training is provided
• Education: A high school diploma or GED is required
• Knowledge: Basic housekeeping, basic nutrition, and safety protocols
• Skills: Interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and dependability are a must!
• Technology: Proficiency with EHR systems or technically savvy to learn
• Transportation: DSPs must have reliable transportation and current auto insurance

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: $12.00-$18.00/hour
• Benefits: Assorted for part-time and as-needed positions

Join Us

• Impact with Purpose: Offering families much-needed support and breaks
• Professional Growth: Work alongside seasoned leaders who care about your growth and development
• Flexibility: We offer flexible schedules, depending on client needs and your availability

Apply Now

To apply, visit www.eastersealsPORT.com or send your resume to recruiter@eastersealsPORT.com. Easterseals PORT Health is voted Raleigh’s Best Nonprofit Organization and Raleigh’s Best Mental Health Services two years in a row!