Direct Support Professional/Group Home

Is empowering individuals with care and unwavering support your superpower? 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.

Position Details

Part-time role available – Schedule is Saturday 8am to Monday 8am with sleepover at the group home. You are required to stay on site for the duration of your shift and clock out to sleep each night for 8 hours. In the event you need to assist a resident during the night, you will be compensated for your time. Guests and pets are not allowed. Overtime is occasionally available on site, but regularly available at regional group homes for those looking for extra hours.

Location: Albemarle

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
• 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: Offer families much-needed support and breaks
• Professional Growth: Work alongside seasoned leaders who care about your growth and development
• Flexibility: Full and part-time positions as well as fill-in hours, depending on your needs
• Paid training: CPR/first-aid, Mindset, Medication Administration, Infectious Disease, and Seizure Management
• Competitive salary: $15.00 hourly
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-the-job skill enhancement and growth

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required
• Basic knowledge of housekeeping, nutrition, and safety protocols
• Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and dependability
• Proficiency with EHR systems or the ability to learn new technology
• Reliable transportation and current auto insurance

Entry-level candidates are welcome; on-the-job training is provided.

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 Language, Different Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning & Growing (IDEAL) organization. Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply.