Direct Support Professional / Group Home
- Part-time
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
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 living in our group home in Raleigh, NC.
Position details: Part-time: Every other weekend to include Saturday and Sunday 7am to 7pm or every other weekend to include Saturday and Sunday 7pm to 7am (24hrs.) Location: Raleigh, NC, with regular local community travel Compensation: $15.00/hour
Your Role in Our Mission
- You will 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; personal care such as bathing and dressing; and 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 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.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary: $15.00 hourly
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible scheduling to include 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