Direct Support Professional
About The Position
At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH), the Direct Support Professional helps carry out the organization’s mission by supporting people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) with everyday living tasks and personal goals. The role provides care in an individual’s home and community, and may include transporting the client to appointments and errands. The position is part-time with flexible hours in Asheboro, North Carolina. Compensation is listed as $12–$18 per hour, with a separate benefits section stating $15.00 hourly. The work includes housekeeping, meal preparation, cooking and cleaning; personal care such as bathing and dressing; employment support; planning and organizing schedules; and daily documentation and reporting in an electronic health system. Entry-level candidates receive on-the-job training, including paid training in CPR/first aid, Mindset, Medication Administration, Infectious Disease, and Seizure Management. Easterseals PORT Health describes itself as a provider of disability, mental health, and substance-use services through in-person and telehealth delivery. Its 2,600-member team supports individuals and families across North Carolina and Virginia. The organization encourages applicants of all abilities to apply.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Basic knowledge of housekeeping, nutrition, and safety protocols.
- Interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and dependability.
- Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems or the ability to learn them.
- Reliable transportation and current auto insurance.
Nice To Haves
- No preferred qualifications are specified.
Responsibilities
- Provide care in the individual’s home and community.
- Assist with housekeeping, meal preparation, cooking, and cleaning.
- Provide personal care, including bathing and dressing.
- Provide employment support.
- Transport the client to appointments and run errands as needed.
- Help plan and organize the client’s schedule.
- Complete daily documentation and reporting in the electronic health system of record.
Benefits
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible scheduling, including full-time, part-time, and as-needed options
- Paid training in CPR/first aid, Mindset, Medication Administration, Infectious Disease, and Seizure Management
- On-the-job skill enhancement and growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
