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Direct Support Professional

Easterseals PORT•Elizabeth City, NC
•Onsite
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About The Position

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. Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy and compassionate partner, providing exceptional services in disability, mental health, and substance use to help our neighbors live their best lives. Purpose, dedication, and empathy drive our in-person and telehealth service delivery. Our 2,600-member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to 40,200 kids, adults, and families in 11,000 home, facility, and community locations across North Carolina and Virginia. Easterseals PORT Health is an Inclusive Culture, Different Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning & Growing (IDEAL) organization. Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!

Requirements

  • Entry-level experience, on-the-job training is provided
  • High school diploma or GED is required
  • Basic housekeeping knowledge
  • Basic nutrition knowledge
  • Safety protocols knowledge
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Dependability
  • Proficiency with EHR systems or technically savvy to learn
  • Reliable transportation
  • Driver’s license
  • Current auto insurance

Responsibilities

  • Helping people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) complete everyday living tasks and achieve their goals
  • 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
  • Assist with personal care such as bathing and dressing, toiletry and changing diapers
  • Provide 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

  • Offering families much-needed support and breaks
  • Professional Growth: Work alongside seasoned leaders who care about your growth and development
  • Flexibility: We offer flexible schedules, depending client needs and your availability
  • Paid training: CPR / first-aid, Mindset, Medication Administration, Infectious Disease, and Seizure Management
  • Assortment of benefits for part-time and as-needed positions
  • Competitive hourly rate: $15/hour
  • Optional 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible scheduling
  • On-the-job skill enhancement and growth

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Part-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

251-500 employees

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