Direct Support Professional/Group Home

Easterseals PORT Health • Albemarle, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Easterseals PORT Health is hiring a part-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) for its Mental Health Group Home in Albemarle. The DSP supports individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities with everyday living tasks and personal goals, providing care in the individual’s home and community. The schedule is Saturday at 8 a.m. through Monday at 8 a.m., with overnight stays at the group home. Staff must remain onsite for the shift and clock out for eight hours of sleep each night; time spent getting up to assist a resident overnight is compensated. Guests and pets are not allowed. Overtime is occasionally available onsite and is regularly available at regional group homes.

The role includes helping with household tasks, meals, personal care, employment support, transportation, errands, scheduling, and electronic documentation. Entry-level applicants receive on-the-job training. Paid training is provided in CPR/first aid, Mindset, medication administration, infectious disease, and seizure management.

Easterseals PORT Health provides disability, mental health, and substance-use services through in-person and telehealth delivery. The organization describes itself as inclusive and 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 EHR systems or the ability to learn technology.
• Reliable transportation and current auto insurance.
• Ability to remain onsite during the shift; guests and pets are not allowed.

Nice To Haves

• No prior experience is required; entry-level applicants are welcome and on-the-job training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in the individual’s home and community.
• Assist with housekeeping, meal preparation, cooking, and cleaning.
• Assist with personal care, including bathing and dressing.
• Provide employment support.
• Transport clients to appointments and run errands when needed.
• Help plan and organize the individual’s schedule.
• Complete daily documentation and reporting in the electronic health system of record.

Benefits

• 403(b) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid training in CPR/first aid, Mindset, medication administration, infectious disease, and seizure management
• Flexible scheduling, including full-time, part-time, and as-needed options
• 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