Direct Support Professional: Meaningful Home Care & Growth

Easterseals PORT; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 20,664 - 28,929; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible scheduling

On-the-job skill enhancement

Job summary

Easterseals PORT Health in Cary, NC seeks a Direct Support Professional to help individuals with IDD live independently by assisting with daily living tasks and community activities.

This part-time role offers after-school hours and weekend shifts, travel within the local area, and pay of $18.00 per hour, with training provided to ensure high-quality care.

Join a mission-driven team that values empathy, growth, and flexible scheduling.

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

• 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.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Easterseals PORT Health in Cary, NC seeks a Direct Support Professional to help individuals with IDD live independently by assisting with daily living tasks and community activities.

This part-time role offers after-school hours and weekend shifts, travel within the local area, and pay of $18.00 per hour, with training provided to ensure high-quality care.

Join a mission-driven team that values empathy, growth, and flexible scheduling.