Direct Support Professional — Flexible Hours & Impact

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Paid training

Employee Assistance Program

On-the-job skill enhancement

Job summary

Easterseals PORT Health is seeking a dedicated Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Wilmington, NC to help individuals with IDD complete daily tasks and achieve their goals.

You will provide care in the person’s home and community, assist with housekeeping, meals, personal care, and documentation in our EHR system. This role offers paid training and flexible scheduling within a nonprofit mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Entry-level role; on-the-job training provided.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic housekeeping, basic nutrition, and safety knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in the home and community where the individual lives.
• Assist with housekeeping, meals, personal care, and safety tasks.
• Transport clients to appointments and run errands as needed.
• Help plan and organize the client's schedule.
• Daily documentation in the electronic health record.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Easterseals PORT Health is seeking a dedicated Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Wilmington, NC to help individuals with IDD complete daily tasks and achieve their goals.

You will provide care in the person’s home and community, assist with housekeeping, meals, personal care, and documentation in our EHR system. This role offers paid training and flexible scheduling within a nonprofit mission-driven environment.