Direct Support Professional / Group Home

Easterseals PORT; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Easterseals PORT Health in Charlotte, NC is hiring a Direct Support Professional to join our group home. You will work in a person-centered, supportive environment helping individuals with daily living activities and community engagement.

The role requires a high school diploma, valid driver's license, and ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Flexible full-time schedules include night shifts and weekend coverage.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance.
• One year of documented experience with the population served preferred.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds and assist mobility.
• Ability to speak clearly, write legibly, and perform repetitive motions.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered support for daily living and community engagement.
• Coordinate with families, supervisors, healthcare providers, and resources.
• Deliver direct support services including skill-building, behavior support, meals, and medication assistance.
• Document progress notes, medication administration records, incident reports, and safety observations.
• Contribute to quality care and continuous improvement through teamwork and training.

Skills

Driver's license

Mobility strength

Communication

Experience with population

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

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Position Snapshot

Location: Charlotte, NC

Schedule: 1) Full Time - Week 1: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 11pm-7am and Week 2:Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 11pm-7am

OR

2) Full Time - Week 1: Monday 1p-9pm, Wednesday 7am-3pm, Thursday 1p-9p, Friday and Saturday 7am-3pm Week 2: Sunday 7am-3pm, Monday 7am-3pm, Tuesday 1p-9p,Thursday 7am-3pm, and Friday 1p-9pm

Pay: $17/hour

Position Type: Full Time

Make an Impact With Us

Do you want work that makes a meaningful difference in your community? Easterseals PORT Health is seeking a Direct Support Professional to join our Group Home in Charlotte, NC.

What You'll Do

• Provide person-centered support to individuals with activities of daily living, personal care, household tasks, transportation, medication management, and community engagement to promote independence and quality of life.
• Partner with individuals, families, supervisors, healthcare providers, and community resources to support person-centered goals, maintain safety, and foster community inclusion.
• Coordinate and deliver direct support services, including skill-building interventions, behavior support, meal preparation, medication assistance, recreational activities, and implementation of individualized support plans.
• Document, monitor, and maintain accurate progress notes, medication administration records, incident reports, health and safety observations, and all required documentation to ensure compliance and quality care standards.
• Contribute to positive client outcomes and continuous improvement by collaborating with team members, participating in supervision and training, supporting quality improvement initiatives, and demonstrating accountability, commitment, and caring in daily practice.

What You Bring

We're looking for someone who brings the experience, skills, and commitment needed to succeed in this role.

• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Required: A valid Drivers license and auto insurance
• One year of documented experience with the population served is preferred
• Must be able to physically life a minimum of 50 pounds, bend and assist individuals with mobility needs
• Must be able to speak audibly, write legibly, and perform repetitive motions

Why Join Easterseals PORT Health?

Easterseals PORT Health is a trusted and compassionate organization providing disability, mental health, and substance use services across North Carolina and Virginia. Purpose, dedication, and empathy guide the way we support our neighbors and one another.

For benefits-eligible positions, our total rewards package may include:

• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage + FSA
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and legal services
• Professional development and training opportunities, including AHEC where applicable
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility where applicable

About Easterseals PORT Health

Easterseals PORT Health helps people with disabilities, mental health and/or substance use challenges, their families,and our employees embrace their potential, access opportunities, build resilience and thrive. Purpose, dedication, and empathy drive our in-person and telehealth service delivery.

Our 2,800-member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to 40,200 children, adults, andfamilies 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 and Growing.