Direct Support Professional/Group Home
About The Position
Easterseals PORT Health is hiring a Direct Support Professional for a group home in Charlotte, North Carolina. The role supports residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in everyday living tasks, personal goals, skill development, employment support, and social engagement. The position provides high-quality, person-centered support at the group home and in the community, helping individuals build greater independence. Transporting residents in a company vehicle is an essential job function. This is a part-time role with several schedule options: Saturday, Sunday, Monday, and Thursday from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.; every other weekend from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. and every other Monday from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m.; or every other Saturday and Sunday from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. Compensation is $17.00 per hour. Entry-level applicants are welcome, and on-the-job training is provided, including training in CPR/first aid, Mindset, medication administration, infectious disease, and seizure management.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Knowledge of basic housekeeping, basic 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 transport residents in a company vehicle.
Nice To Haves
- Entry-level applicants are welcome; on-the-job training is provided.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with daily living activities.
- Support residents' employment and social engagement.
- Help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities develop skills for greater independence at the group home and in the community.
- Provide high-quality, person-centered support.
- Transport residents in a company vehicle.
Benefits
- 403(b) retirement plan.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Flexible scheduling, including full-time, part-time, and as-needed opportunities.
- 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
