Direct Support Professional / Group Home

PORT Health; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible scheduling

On-the-job skill enhancement

Paid training

Job summary

Easterseals PORT Health is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist individuals with IDD in their homes and communities in Monroe, NC. The role involves helping with daily living tasks, meal prep, personal care, and employment support under supervision.

This part-time position offers flexible schedules, on-the-job training, and opportunities to develop essential caregiving skills. A reliable vehicle and insurance are required for client transport and community outings.

Qualifications

• Entry-level; on-the-job training provided.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Knowledge of basic housekeeping, basic nutrition, and safety protocols.
• Interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and dependability are a must.
• DSPs must have reliable transportation and current auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in the home and community where the person lives.
• Assist with daily tasks such as housekeeping, meal prep, cooking, and cleaning; personal care like bathing and dressing; and employment support.
• You may transport the client to appointments and run errands.
• Help plan and organize the client’s schedule.
• Daily documentation and reporting in the electronic health record.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Dependability

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position details: Part-Time

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.

Location: Monroe, North Carolina

Compensation: $15.00/hour

Shifts Available

Option 1: Rotating Part-Time Overnight Schedule

• Hours: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM (1)
• Rotation: 3 days one week, 4 days the next
• Weekend Requirement: Works every other weekend

Option 2: Part-Time Every-Other-Weekend Schedule (2)

• Hours: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
• Days: Every other Saturday and Sunday

Option 3: Part-Time-Hours 7:00AM-11:00 AM Monday-Friday

Option 4: Part Time-Hours 7:00AM-3:00PM Every Other Saturday and Sunday

Option 6: Full Time-Hours -2:00PM-11:00PM with rotating weekends

Option 7: Part Time-Hours-7:00AM-3:00IPM Every Friday Saturday and Sunday

Option 8: Part Time-Hours-3:00PM-11:00PM Every Friday Saturday and Sunday

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, 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.

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!

Equal Opportunity Employer

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