Direct Support Professional / DSP

Easterseals PORT Health

12d • $15

About The Position

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.

Position details: Part-time afternoon/after school hours 
Location: Wallace, NC and surrounding areas with local community travel

Requirements

• Experience: entry-level, on-the-job training is provided
• Education: 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, driver’s license, 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, 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.

Benefits

• Optional 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible scheduling
• On-the-job skill enhancement and growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED