Direct Support Professional/Group Home

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

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible scheduling to include full/pt

On-the-job skill enhancement

Job summary

Easterseals PORT Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking a part-time DSP to assist residents with daily activities, employment support, and social engagement. You will support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to gain skills for greater independence at the home and in the community, with transportation in a company vehicle as an essential function.

The role emphasizes high-quality, person-centered care.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• You’ll help the residents of the home with daily activities, employment support, and social engagement.
• You’ll support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in gaining skills for greater independence at our group home and in the community; the ability to transport residents in a company vehicle is an essential job function.
• This position ensures high-quality, person-centered support.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

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

Position details

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina.

Compensation: $17.00/hour.

Schedule - Part Time

• Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Thursday 3pm-11pm.

OR

• Every other weekends 11pm-7a and every other Monday 11pm-7am.

OR

• Every other Sat and Sun 3pm-11pm.

Your Role in Our Mission

You’ll help the residents of the home with daily activities, employment support, and social engagement. You’ll support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in gaining skills for greater independence at our group home and in the community; the ability to transport residents in a company vehicle is an essential job function. This position ensures high-quality, person-centered support.

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: $17.00 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!

Equal Opportunity Employer

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