Direct Support Professional

Easterseals PORT Health • Castle Hayne, NC

27d

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, helping with household tasks, personal care, employment support, schedules, transportation, and daily documentation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic housekeeping, basic nutrition, and safety protocol knowledge.
• Interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and dependability.
• Proficiency with EHR systems or the technical ability to learn them.
• Reliable transportation, a driver's license, and current auto insurance.
• Entry-level experience; on-the-job training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in the individual's home and community.
• Assist with housekeeping, meal preparation, cooking, and cleaning.
• Support personal care, including bathing, dressing, toileting, and diaper changing.
• 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 employee availability.
• 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