Direct Support Professional/Group Home

Port Health; Albemarle (NC); Sur place; USD 17 000 - 24 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

403(b) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible scheduling

On-the-job skill enhancement and growt

Résumé du poste

Easterseals PORT Health is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide compassionate care for individuals with IDD in a group home setting in Albemarle, NC. The role is part-time with an on-site schedule overnight from Saturday 8am to Monday 8am, including sleep shifts paid at the nightly rate.

Responsibilities include daily living assistance, light housekeeping, personal care, scheduling, and documentation in the health records system.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• On-the-job training provided.
• Basic understanding of housekeeping, nutrition, safety protocols.

Responsabilités

• Provide care in the home and community.Assist with daily tasks such as housekeeping, meal prep, cooking and cleaning; personal care like bathing and dressing; and employment support.
• Transport client to appointments and run errands as needed.
• Help plan and organize the client’s schedule.
• Document daily activities in the electronic health record.

Connaissances

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Dependability

Safety protocols

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Outils

EHR systems

Description du poste

Is empowering individuals with care and unwavering support your superpower?

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 role available – Schedule is Saturday 8am to Monday 8am with overnights at the group home.

You are required to stay on site for the duration of your shift & clock out to sleep each night for 8hrs. In the event you had to get up in the night to assist a resident you would be compensated for your time. Guests & pets are not allowed. Overtime is occasionally available on site, but regularly available at regional group homes for those looking for extra hours. This would be working at our Mental Health Group Home located in Albemarle.

Location: Albemarle

Compensation: $15.00

Your Role in Our Mission

• 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; and 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 full and part-time positions as well as fill-in hours, depending on what you need
• 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 salary: $15.00 hourly
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible scheduling to include full-time, part-time, and as-needed
• On-the-job skill enhancement and growth

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: entry-level, on-the-job training is provided
• Education: A 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 and current auto insurance

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 diverse and inclusive 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 Language, Different Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning & Growing (IDEAL) organization.

Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!