Direct Support Professional / Group Home

Easterseals PORT Health; Sanford (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 training and growth

Job summary

Easterseals PORT Health is hiring a Direct Support Professional for its group home in Raleigh, NC. The DSP will help residents with daily living tasks, health‑related activities, and community integration, working Saturday and Sunday 8AM–8PM with on-site support.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, documentation, safety, and teamwork with a focus on enabling residents to live independently while participating in daily routines.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience not required; on-the-job training provided.
• Proficiency with EHR systems or ability to learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• In-home care and support within the group home setting.
• Assist with daily tasks: housekeeping, meals, dressing, personal care.
• Transport client to appointments and run errands as needed.
• Plan and organize daily schedules and document activities in the health record.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Dependability

Housekeeping basics

Nutrition basics

Safety protocols

EHR familiarity

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional / Group Home

Job Category: Residential IDD

Requisition Number: DIREC007564

• Posted : August 28, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site
• Rate : $15 USD per hour

Locations

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4234 Lee Ave. Extention
4334 Lee Avenue
Sanford, NC 27332, USA

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 living in our group home in Raleigh, NC.

Position details: Full-time: Saturday and Sunday 8AM-8PM
Location: Raleigh, NC, with regular local community travel
Compensation: $15.00/hour

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 flexible schedules, depending client needs and your availability
• 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.

• Competitive salary: $15.00 hourly
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible scheduling to include 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

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

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

Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!

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