Direct Support Professional | Flexible Hours & Impact

Easterseals PORT Health; Atkinson (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible scheduling

On-the-job skill enhancement

Job summary

Easterseals PORT Health is seeking Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with IDD in their homes and local communities. The role involves daily tasks, personal care, meal prep, and supportive employment activities, with home and community-based duties.

Shifts are Monday to Friday with varying hours; travel to Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas is required. Experience is entry-level and a high school diploma or GED is required. Training is provided and transportation is required.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Dependability

Reliable transportation

Driver's license

EHR systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Easterseals PORT Health is seeking Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with IDD in their homes and local communities. The role involves daily tasks, personal care, meal prep, and supportive employment activities, with home and community-based duties.

Shifts are Monday to Friday with varying hours; travel to Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas is required. Experience is entry-level and a high school diploma or GED is required. Training is provided and transportation is required.