Direct Support Professional

Life Inc; Goldsboro (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive medical insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan options

Longevity bonus

Job summary

LIFE, Inc. - Goldsboro is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide compassionate, attentive care to clients in Goldsboro, NC.

This part-time and PRN role offers competitive pay of $17.50 per hour, paid bi-weekly, with an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. You will assist with daily living activities, meals, medications, and community outings, while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to support client goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid North Carolina driver's license.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• No prior experience required; training provided.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to lift or move 40 pounds or more.
• Certification or ability to learn MANDT, CPR, and First Aid techniques.
• Comfortable with daily exposure to body fluids, cleaning agents, and household equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist and supervise clients with daily living activities.
• Support clients during meals with family-style dining to promote social engagement.
• Help clients with housekeeping, clothing care, house cleaning, and yard maintenance.
• Facilitate meal preparation and the administration of nutritional supplements.
• Administer prescribed medications accurately and safely.
• Implement prescribed dietary plans and assist with adaptive equipment as needed.
• Follow established behavior support programs, maintain data, and uphold safety procedures.
• Provide active treatment by supporting training objectives and recording data toward service goals.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and communicate client information as directed.
• Safely transport clients using company vehicles when assigned.
• Accompany and support clients during community outings.
• Assist clients during participation in school and day program activities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support client well-being and program success.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Join LIFE, Inc. - Goldsboro as a Direct Support Professional, where you will provide compassionate and attentive care to clients in Goldsboro, NC. This part-time and PRN (as needed) role offers competitive compensation of $17.50 per hour, paid bi-weekly, with an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Responsibilities

• Assist and supervise clients with daily living activities such as dressing, bathing, toileting, and all other aspects of personal care.
• Support clients during meals, ensuring the use of family-style dining to promote social engagement.
• Help clients with housekeeping tasks, including clothing care, house cleaning, and yard maintenance.
• Facilitate meal preparation and the administration of nutritional supplements.
• Administer prescribed medications accurately and safely, adhering strictly to guidelines.
• Implement prescribed dietary plans and assist with the use of adaptive equipment as needed.
• Follow established behavior support programs, maintain detailed data collection, and uphold all safety procedures.
• Provide active treatment by supporting training objectives, recording necessary data, and working toward service goals.
• Collaborate effectively as a member of the interdisciplinary team, communicating client information as directed by supervisory staff.
• Safely transport clients using company vehicles when assigned.
• Accompany and support clients during community outings to promote engagement and independence.
• Assist clients during participation in school and day program activities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support client well-being and program success.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid North Carolina driver's license.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• No previous experience required; training will be provided.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Strong oral and written communication abilities.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Flexible availability with the ability to be contacted by phone.Physical capability to lift or move 40 pounds or more.
• Certification or ability to learn MANDT, CPR, and First Aid techniques.
• Comfortable with daily exposure to body fluids, cleaning agents, and household equipment.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan options
• Annual longevity bonus paid on the employee's hire date
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

About LIFE, Inc. - Goldsboro

LIFE, Inc. - Goldsboro is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals in our community by providing exceptional support services. We foster a collaborative, respectful, and compassionate work environment where every team member has the opportunity to contribute to the meaningful mission of empowering those we serve.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.