Direct Support Pro - Flexible In-Home Care

Easterseals PORT; Washington; On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

403(b) retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Career growth

Job summary

Easterseals PORT Health is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to empower individuals with IDD by helping them complete daily living tasks and achieve personal goals in the Washington, NC area.

You will provide care in the client’s home and in the community, assist with housekeeping, meals, personal care, transportation to appointments, scheduling, and daily documentation in the EHR system. Part-time shifts offer flexible hours and paid training.

Qualifications

• Experience: entry-level, on-the-job training is provided.
• Education: 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, driver’s license, and current auto insurance.

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; as well as 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.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Dependability

EHR proficiency

Driver's license

Auto insurance

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Easterseals PORT Health is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to empower individuals with IDD by helping them complete daily living tasks and achieve personal goals in the Washington, NC area.

You will provide care in the client’s home and in the community, assist with housekeeping, meals, personal care, transportation to appointments, scheduling, and daily documentation in the EHR system. Part-time shifts offer flexible hours and paid training.