Direct Support Professional

Easterseals PORT • Washington, NC

13d • Onsite

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) in completing everyday living tasks and achieving their goals. Care is provided in the individual's home and local community in Washington, North Carolina, and surrounding areas, with local travel.

The role includes assistance with housekeeping, meal preparation, cooking, cleaning, personal care, and employment support. DSPs may transport individuals to appointments and errands, help plan and organize schedules, and complete daily documentation and reporting in an electronic health system. Entry-level applicants receive on-the-job training. Part-time shifts are available, with flexible scheduling based on client needs and the employee's availability.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Knowledge of basic housekeeping, basic nutrition, and safety protocols.
• Interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and dependability.
• Proficiency with electronic health record systems or the ability to learn them.
• Reliable transportation, a driver's license, and current auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals 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.
• 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