Direct Support Professional

Easterseals PORT • Castle Hayne, NC

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About The Position

At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH), the Direct Support Professional supports the organization’s mission of empowering individuals and strengthening communities. The role helps people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) complete everyday living tasks and achieve their goals. Care is provided in the individual’s home and in their community.

The position includes assisting with household tasks, meal preparation and cooking, personal care, employment support, scheduling, transportation to appointments, and errands. DSPs document services and report daily in the electronic health system of record. 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 an inclusive organization and encourages applicants of all abilities to apply. The organization provides disability, mental health, and substance-use services through in-person and telehealth delivery. Its 2,600-member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of support to 40,200 children, adults, and families across North Carolina and Virginia.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Basic housekeeping, basic nutrition, and safety-protocol knowledge.
• Interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and dependability.
• Proficiency with electronic health record systems or the ability to learn them readily.
• Reliable transportation, a driver’s license, and current auto insurance.
• Entry-level experience is acceptable; on-the-job training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities with everyday living tasks and support them in achieving their goals.
• Provide care in the individual’s home and community.
• Assist with housekeeping, meal preparation, cooking, and cleaning.
• Provide personal care, including bathing, dressing, toileting, and diaper changes.
• Provide employment support.
• Transport clients to appointments and run errands as needed.
• Help plan and organize the individual’s schedule.
• Complete daily documentation and reporting in the electronic health system of record.

Benefits

• Paid training in CPR/first aid, Mindset, Medication Administration, Infectious Disease, and Seizure Management.
• Optional 403(b) retirement plan.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible scheduling, depending on client needs and availability.
• 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