Direct Support Professional

Easterseals PORT • Albemarle, NC

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Is empowering individuals with care and unwavering support your superpower? 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.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED is required
• Basic housekeeping knowledge
• Basic nutrition knowledge
• Basic safety protocols knowledge
• Interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Dependability
• Proficiency with EHR systems or technically savvy to learn
• Reliable transportation
• Current auto insurance

Nice To Haves

• Entry-level candidates are welcome as on-the-job training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in the home of the individual and the community they live in
• Assist with everyday tasks such as housekeeping, meal preparation, cooking, and cleaning; personal care such as bathing and dressing; and 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

• Full and part-time positions
• Fill-in hours
• Paid training (CPR/first-aid, Mindset, Medication Administration, Infectious Disease, and Seizure Management)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible scheduling

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED