Direct Support Professional

Port Health; Burgaw (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Optional 403(b) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible scheduling

On-the-job skill enhancement and growt

Paid training

Job summary

Easterseals PORT Health in Burgaw, NC seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist kids and teens with IDD in daily living and community activities. The DSP role includes helping with meals, personal care, housekeeping, and transportation as needed, with a focus on building social skills and independence.

Location is Burgaw, NC, with 12.5 hour shifts across three days per week. On-the-job training is provided, and benefits are available for part-time roles.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position with on-the-job training provided.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Basic housekeeping, nutrition and safety knowledge expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide care at the facility and the nearby community.
• Assist with daily tasks: housekeeping, meals, cooking, cleaning; personal care and toileting.
• Support socialization, behavior management and community living skills.
• May transport the client to appointments and run errands.
• Plan and organize the client’s schedule.
• Daily documentation and reporting in the EHR system.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

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. Henry’s House is a respite home for kids and teens, and we are looking for compassionate individuals to help them with every day needs as they stay with us.

Position details: 12.5 hour shifts, 3 days per week

Location: Burgaw, NC

• You will provide care at the facility and the nearby community.
• 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.
• Provides direct interventions to build socialization, behavior management and community living skills.
• You may 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.

Why 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 client needs and your availability
• Paid training: CPR / first-aid, Mindset, Medication Administration, Infectious Disease, and Seizure Management

We offer an assortment of benefits for part-time and as-needed positions.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate: $15/hour
• Optional 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible scheduling
• On-the-job skill enhancement and growth

What We’re Looking For

• 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

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!