Direct Support Professional

Easterseals PORT Health • Roanoke Rapids, NC

9h • Hybrid

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. You will provide care in the home of the individual and the community they live in. 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.

Requirements

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

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
• Assist with 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 schedules
• Paid training (CPR/first-aid, Mindset, Medication Administration, Infectious Disease, and Seizure Management)
• Competitive hourly rate: $15/hour
• Optional 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 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