Direct Support Professional

Easterseals PORT Health; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Employee Assistance Program

Hands‑on experience in human services

Fun, energetic, and rewarding summer工作

Job summary

Easterseals PORT Health is seeking energetic individuals to join our team as Direct Service Providers for a rewarding summer program in Greenville, NC. You will support members with daily activities, personal care, recreation, and community outings in a fun, safe, and inclusive environment.

High school diploma or GED is required; training is provided. This role offers competitive hourly pay, a supportive team, and hands‑on experience in human services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Positive attitude, dependability, and teamwork skills required.
• Comfortable using technology or willing to learn (EHR).

Responsibilities

• Support members with daily activities, personal care, and recreation.
• Encourage independence, social skills, and participation in activities.
• Assist with community outings and leisure experiences.
• 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

Positive attitude

Dependability

Teamwork

Willing to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EHR

Job description

Make your work meaningful. Make an impact that lasts.

At Easterseals PORT Health, our EMPOWER Direct Service Providers support children and adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) in a fun, safe, and inclusive environment. If you’re energetic, compassionate, and love working hands‑on with people — this is the perfect opportunity!

**Voted Raleigh’s Best Nonprofit Organization and Raleigh’s Best Mental Health Services two years in a row!

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday | 1:30pm-5:30pm, 8:30am-5:30pm on teacher work days, some Saturdays.

Your Role in Our Mission

• Support members with daily activities, personal care, and recreation
• Encourage independence, social skills, and participation in activities
• Assist with community outings and leisure experiences
• 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

Competitive hourly pay

Employee Assistance Program

Hands‑on experience in human services

Fun, energetic, and rewarding summer work

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required
• Positive attitude, dependability, and teamwork skills
• Comfortable using technology or willing to learn (EHR)
• Experience is a plus — training provided!

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!

Equal Opportunity Employer

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