Direct Support Professional

Easterseals PORT; Hampton (NC); Presencial; USD 17.000 - 25.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible scheduling

Paid training (CPR/first-aid)

403(b) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Descripción de la vacante

At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH) Health, a Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides in-home and community support to individuals with IDD. The role includes assisting with daily tasks, meal prep, personal care, and transportation, with part-time afternoon shifts in Elizabeth City, NC and surrounding areas.

You’ll document care in the electronic health system, coordinate schedules, and support families, while benefiting from paid training and flexible scheduling.

Formación

• Entry-level role with on-the-job training provided.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic housekeeping, nutrition, and safety knowledge expected.
• Strong interpersonal, detail-oriented and dependable traits.

Responsabilidades

• Provide care in clients' homes and communities.
• Assist with daily tasks, meal prep, housekeeping, and personal care.
• Safely transport clients to appointments and run errands.
• Document daily activities in the electronic health record.
• Help plan and organize clients' schedules.

Conocimientos

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Dependability

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Herramientas

EHR systems

Descripción del empleo

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.

Position details: Part-time afternoon shifts
Location: Elizabeth City, NC and surrounding areas with local community travel

• You will provide care in the home of the individual and the community they live in.
• 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.
• 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

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

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!