Direct Support Professional

Easterseals PORT Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 15,153 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Paid training

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

A leading non-profit service provider in Charlotte, NC is seeking compassionate individuals to join as fulltime or part-time Caregivers. In this role, you will assist clients with developmental disabilities with daily living activities and support their social engagement for independence. Competitive pay is offered, along with flexible scheduling and comprehensive training. Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and a valid driver's license. Apply now to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those in your community.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Current auto insurance is required.
• Successfully complete a background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities.
• Provide employment support and social engagement.
• Help clients develop skills for greater independence.

Skills

Compassion

Willingness to provide care

Strong communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Easterseals PORT Health, a non-profit service provider in North Carolina & Virginia, seeking compassionate, caring, and dedicated individuals to become fulltime or part-time Caregivers (internally called DSPs) to our clients living with developmental disabilities or mental health challenges.

The rate of pay for these positions range from $11 – $18/hour.

Locations and shifts

We are hiring for the following locations and shifts:

• Charlotte, NC and Surrounding Areas. Full Time and Part time Shifts available.
• Charlotte Zip Codes: 28204, 28205, 28208, 28212, 28214, 28215, 28262, 28269, 28277
• Surrounding Areas: 28025 (Concord), 28027 (Concord), 28036 (Davidson), 28078 (Huntersville), 28108 (Mineral Springs), 28115 (Mooresville).

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will make a significant impact on the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by assisting with daily living activities, employment support, and social engagement. Your work will help clients develop skills for greater independence both at home and in the community. Daily documentation and reporting are required. As a Direct Service Provider (DSP), you will provide care in clients' homes and may assist with transportation. Under supervision, you\'ll help clients learn socially appropriate skills and offer families much-needed breaks.

How You’ll Benefit

Joining our team means we are committing to support your personal growth and development. You\'ll earn a competitive hourly rate (up to $18 per hour, depending on the approved service), along with a tailored benefit package (for qualifying positions). We also offer flexible schedules and paid training to help you complete the required courses, equipping you with the essential skills to effectively serve our clients.

• CPR / First Aid.
• Mindset.
• Medication Administration/Infection Disease/Seizure Management.
• Other training courses relevant to this position and your growth.

Ideal Candidate Attributes

To join our team, you must have a willingness to provide care in various community settings. We require proof of a High School Diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, a good driving record and current auto insurance. You must also be willing to successfully complete a background check.

How to Apply

If you’re kind-hearted and seek a rewarding career opportunity where you can make a huge difference in the daily lives of the people you will help, then please apply now at our website:

www.eastersealsport.com

OR by sending your resume to:

[e-mail]

About Easterseals PORT Health

Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy, compassionate partner providing exceptional disability, behavioral health and addiction treatment services to help our neighbors live their best lives. Our diverse and inclusive 2,600-member team provides meaningful support to 40,200 kids, adults and families in 11,000 home, facility and community locations across North Carolina and Virginia.

Our working environment supports employee and client health with a ‘no tobacco’ use policy (tobacco free and smoke free) in all offices, client facilities, properties, and agency vehicles.

We believe that by leveraging the unique strengths and perspectives of our workforce, we can advance our just cause, while building a healthy, sustainable organization. That’s why we listen, seek to understand & act to make ESPH an Inclusive Culture, Different Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self & Learning & Growing (IDEAL) organization.

Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!