Direct Support Professional / Group Home

Easterseals PORT • Lenoir, NC

3d • Onsite

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.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required
• Basic housekeeping knowledge
• Basic nutrition knowledge
• Basic safety protocols knowledge
• Interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Dependability
• Proficiency with EHR systems or technically savvy to learn
• Reliable transportation
• Driver’s license
• Current auto insurance

Nice To Haves

• Entry-level experience (on-the-job training is provided)

Responsibilities

• Assist with everyday tasks such as housekeeping, meal preparation, cooking, and cleaning
• Assist with personal care such as bathing and dressing, toiletry and changing diapers
• Provide employment support
• 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

• Flexible scheduling
• Paid training (CPR/first-aid, Mindset, Medication Administration, Infectious Disease, and Seizure Management)
• Optional 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-the-job skill enhancement and growth

What This Job Offers

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