Direct Support Professional / Group Home

Direct Support Professional / Group Home

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

Position details: 8am Saturday through 11am Monday. You are required to stay on site for the duration of your shift & clock out to sleep each night for 8hrs.

Your role in our mission includes providing 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; personal care such as bathing and dressing, toiletry and changing diapers; as well as employment support. You may 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.

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 flexible schedules, depending on client needs and your availability
• 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.

• Competitive salary
• Optional 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible scheduling
• On-the-job skill enhancement and growth

What we're looking for:

Experience: entry-level, on-the-job training is provided

• Education: 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, driver's license, and current auto insurance