Direct Support Professional / Group Home

Direct Support Professional / Group Home Job Category : Residential Mental Health Requisition Number : DIREC006303 Posted : January 21, 2026 Full-Time On-site Rate : $15 USD per hour Locations Showing 1 location West Jefferson, NC 28694, USA Description **Voted Raleigh’s Best Nonprofit Organization and Raleigh’s Best Mental Health Services two years in a row!** 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. Position details: PRN (as needed) Location: West Jefferson, North Carolina Compensation: $15.00/hour Your Role in Our Mission You’ll help the residents of the home with daily activities, employment support, and social engagement. You’ll support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in gaining skills for greater independence at our group home and in the community; the ability to transport residents in a company vehicle is an essential job function. This position ensures high-quality, person-centered support. Why Join Us? Impact with Purpose: offering families much-needed support and breaks Professional Growth: Work alongside seasoned leaders who care about your growth and development Flexibility: We offer full and part-time positions as well as fill-in hours, depending on what you need Paid training: CPR / first-aid, Mindset, Medication Administration, Infectious Disease, and Seizure Management We offer an assortment of benefits for part-time and as-needed positions. Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary: $15.00 hourly 403(b) Retirement Plan Employee Assistance Program Flexible scheduling to include full-time, part-time, and as-needed On-the-job skill enhancement and growth What We’re Looking For Experience: entry-level, on-the-job training is provided Education: A High school diploma or GED is required Knowledge: basic housekeeping, basic nutrition, and safety protocols Skills: Interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and dependability are a must! Technology: Proficiency with EHR systems or technically savvy to learn Transportation: DSPs must have reliable transportation and current auto insurance Ready to Apply? Join a team where work isn’t just something you do — it’s a purpose. Bring your expertise to a mission that matters. Apply now at or send your resume to View email address on click.appcast.io. About Easterseals PORT Health 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 diverse and inclusive 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 Language, Different Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning & Growing (IDEAL) organization. Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply! Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr