Home-Based AFL Direct Support Professional

Abound Health; Andrews (NC); Remote; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible matching

Ongoing support

Job summary

Abound Health is seeking Alternative Family Living Direct Support Professionals (AFL DSP) to provide compassionate care in AFL homes across Asheville, Hendersonville and surrounding western NC communities.

As an AFL DSP, you will support daily living skills, ADLs, community participation, and behavioral support, while helping individuals with IDD live as independently as possible. Contract position; flexible schedules and ongoing training provided.

Qualifications

• Be North Carolina residents (Asheville, Hendersonville area strongly preferred)
• Be at least 21 years old
• Pass required background checks (FBI, child abuse, criminal)
• Complete home inspections and meet safety standards
• Provide personal and professional references
• Participate in interviews and a matching assessment
• Be willing to include the individual in meals, routines, activities, and family life

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, stable, and welcoming home
• Support daily living skills, routines, and healthy habits
• Offer mentorship, companionship, and emotional support
• Encourage community involvement and recreational activities
• Help the individual stay active through walkable, local outings
• Collaborate with Abound Health to follow person-centered plans
• Promote independence, dignity, and personal growth

Job description

Abound Health is seeking Alternative Family Living Direct Support Professionals (AFL DSP) to provide compassionate care in AFL homes across Asheville, Hendersonville and surrounding western NC communities.

As an AFL DSP, you will support daily living skills, ADLs, community participation, and behavioral support, while helping individuals with IDD live as independently as possible. Contract position; flexible schedules and ongoing training provided.