Direct Support Professional

Easterseals PORT Health • Buxton, NC

29d • Onsite

About The Position

At Easterseals PORT Health, the Direct Support Professional (DSP) helps people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities complete everyday living tasks and achieve their goals. The role provides care in individuals’ homes and communities, including support with daily activities, personal care, employment, transportation, errands, scheduling, and electronic health record documentation. The position is part-time, with afternoon shifts, in Buxton, NC and surrounding areas, and includes local community travel. Entry-level applicants are welcome, and on-the-job training is provided.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic housekeeping, nutrition, and safety knowledge.
• Interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and dependability.
• Proficiency with electronic health record systems or technical ability to learn them.
• Reliable transportation, a driver’s license, and current auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in the individual’s home and community.
• Assist with housekeeping, meal preparation, cooking, and cleaning.
• Provide 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.
• 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