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.

Schedule Options:

• Second shift part-time hours
• Week 1: Monday 3pm-11pm, Saturday 3pm-11pm, Sunday 3pm-11pm
• Week 2: Thursday 3pm-11pm total 32 hours
• Day hours including every other weekend

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina Compensation: $17.00/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, 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.

Compensation & Benefits

• 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

Join a team where work isn't just something you do it's a purpose. Bring your expertise to a mission that matters.