Direct Support Professional

Easterseals PORT; Elizabeth City (NC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development opportunities

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

Easterseals PORT Health in Elizabeth City, NC seeks a part-time Direct Support Professional to join the EMPOWER team. You will assist individuals with daily living activities, personal care, and recreational experiences, promoting independence and social connections in a compassionate on-site setting.

The schedule is Monday–Friday 1:30pm–5:30pm with teacher workdays and some Saturday hours; pay is $18 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid North Carolina driver's license, reliable transportation and vehicle insurance required.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred, but not required.
• Interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and dependability are a must!

Responsibilities

• Ensure member health, safety, and well-being at all times.
• Help with lifting, transfers, and mobility as needed.
• Assist with medication administration and documentation.
• Maintain accurate documentation and incident reports.
• Work as part of a supportive, mission-driven team

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Driver's license

Vehicle insurance

Job description

Lead with Purpose. Empower with Compassion.

Voted Raleigh's Best Nonprofit Organization and Raleigh's Best Mental Health Services three years in a row!

Position Snapshot

Schedule: Part-time | Monday-Friday, 1:30pm-5:30pm, teacher workdays/school closures, 8:30am-5:30pm with some Saturday hours

Pay: $18/hour

Work Setting: On-site, at our Elizabeth City EMPOWER location

Position Type: Part-time

Make an Impact With Us

Do you want work that makes a meaningful difference in your community? Easterseals PORT Health is seeking a Direct Support Professional to join our EMPOWER team in Elizabeth City, NC.

As a Direct Support Professional, every day is an opportunity to make a difference! You'll support individuals with daily living activities, personal care, and recreational experiences while encouraging independence, social connections, and personal growth. Whether you're helping someone learn a new skill, participate in community events, or enjoy a favorite activity, you'll help create meaningful moments that promote confidence, inclusion, and a great quality of life.

What You'll Do

• Ensure member health, safety, and well-being at all times
• Help with lifting, transfers, and mobility as needed
• Assist with medication administration and documentation
• Maintain accurate documentation and incident reports
• Work as part of a supportive, mission-driven team

What You Bring

We're looking for someone who brings the experience, skills, and commitment needed to succeed in this role.

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Valid North Carolina Driver's license, reliable transportation and vehicle insurance required
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred, but not required.
• Interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and dependability are a must!

Why Join Easterseals PORT Health?

Easterseals PORT Health is a trusted and compassionate organization providing disability, mental health, and substance use services across North Carolina and Virginia. Purpose, dedication, and empathy guide the way we support our neighbors and one another.

For eligible positions, our total rewards package may include:

• Employee Assistance Program and legal services
• Professional development and training opportunities, including AHEC where applicable
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility where applicable

About Easterseals PORT Health

Easterseals PORT Health helps people with disabilities, mental health and/or substance use challenges, their families, and our employees embrace their potential, access opportunities, build resilience and thrive. Purpose, dedication, and empathy drive our in-person and telehealth service delivery.

Our 2,800-member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to 40,200 children, 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 and Growing.

Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!