Direct Support Professional / Group Home

At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH), our mission is rooted in empowering individuals and strengthening communities. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you’ll play a critical role in carrying out that mission by helping people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) complete everyday living tasks and achieve their goals living in our group home in Raleigh, NC.

Location: Raleigh, NC, with regular local community travel

About the role

• 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
• Provide personal care such as bathing and dressing
• Offer employment support
• Transport the client to appointments and run errands
• Help plan and organize their schedule
• Perform daily documentation and reporting in the electronic health system of record

Benefits

• Impact with Purpose: offering families much-needed support and breaks
• Professional Growth: Work alongside seasoned leaders who care about your growth and development
• Flexibility: Flexible schedules, depending on client needs and your availability
• Paid training: CPR / first-aid, Mindset, Medication Administration, Infectious Disease, and Seizure Management
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-the-job skill enhancement and growth

Pay

$15.00 hourly

Schedule

Part-time: 7 AM - 7 PM Saturday and Sunday

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (required)
• Basic knowledge of housekeeping, nutrition, and safety protocols
• Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and dependability
• Proficiency with EHR systems or ability to learn
• Reliable transportation 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 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.