Direct Support Professional

Easterseals PORT•Southport, NC

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About The Position

At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH), the Direct Support Professional helps carry out the organization’s mission of empowering individuals and strengthening communities. The role supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) with everyday living tasks and their personal goals, providing care in the individual’s home and community. The position includes assistance with household tasks, meals, personal care, employment support, scheduling, transportation, appointments, and errands. The Direct Support Professional also completes daily documentation and reporting in an electronic health system. 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 aptitude 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.
Support personal care, including bathing, dressing, toileting, and diaper changing.
Provide employment support.
Transport the client 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, depending on client needs and employee availability.
On-the-job skill enhancement and growth.
An assortment of benefits for part-time and as-needed positions.

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