About The Position

The Charles Lea Center is seeking a compassionate, energetic Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support people with disabilities in living full, independent lives. The role is based in a residential setting and involves helping individuals with daily routines, personal care, community activities, and skill-building while promoting independence and dignity. DSPs document services and updates in Therap, communicate with supervisors and team members, and follow safety, infection-control, and agency policies. Although assigned to the Spartanburg location, employees may be required to work at other Charles Lea Center sites based on staffing and operational needs. This position requires second-shift and weekend availability. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:00 PM–11:00 PM, and every other weekend, Saturday and Sunday, with shifts beginning at 8:00 AM or 9:00 AM and ending at 8:00 PM or 9:00 PM. Compensation is $17.51 per hour, plus a weekend shift differential, with a $1,250 sign-on bonus paid in two installments. The employer offers paid training and growth opportunities, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, sick leave, tuition reimbursement, a free onsite wellness clinic, and flexible scheduling.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Valid driver’s license and Social Security number.
  • Basic computer and documentation skills.
  • Ability to pass required background and reference checks.
  • Ability to work second-shift hours and every other weekend.
  • Regular standing, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds, and hands-on support are required; reasonable accommodations are available.

Nice To Haves

  • Two to four years of relevant experience is preferred, such as experience as a DSP, CNA, PCA, RBT, Med Tech, or caregiver.

Responsibilities

  • Assist individuals with daily living skills, grooming, meals, personal care, and medication administration.
  • Support individuals in activities, community outings, and skill-building.
  • Promote independence and dignity in every interaction.
  • Document daily notes, training steps, and updates in Therap.
  • Communicate important information to supervisors and team members.
  • Follow safety, infection-control, and agency policies.
  • Maintain professionalism, teamwork, and positive interactions.
  • Work at other Charles Lea Center sites as needed based on staffing and operational needs.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay of $17.51 per hour plus weekend shift differential.
  • $1,250 sign-on bonus paid in two installments.
  • Paid training and growth opportunities.
  • Medical insurance.
  • Dental insurance.
  • Vision insurance.
  • Life insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Paid time off (PTO).
  • Sick leave.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Free onsite wellness clinic.
  • Flexible scheduling.
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