Direct Support Professional

Easterseals PORT • Winterville, NC

12d • Onsite

About The Position

At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH), the Direct Support Professional helps people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) complete everyday living tasks and achieve their goals. Care is provided in individuals’ homes and in their local communities in Winterville, North Carolina, and surrounding areas, with local community travel. The role supports individuals with household tasks, personal care, employment, scheduling, appointments, and errands, and includes documenting and reporting in the electronic health system of record. This is a part-time position with afternoon shifts. On-the-job training is provided, including paid training in CPR/first aid, Mindset, Medication Administration, Infectious Disease, and Seizure Management.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

• Help individuals complete everyday living tasks and work toward their goals.
• 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 clients’ schedules.
• 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