Direct Support Professional

** Voted Raleigh’s Best Nonprofit Organization and Raleigh’s Best Mental Health Services two years in a row!**

Is empowering individuals with care and unwavering support your superpower?

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:
Monday‑Friday, 2:00 pm‑6:00 pm. We offer flexibility.

Location:

Asheboro, Randleman, and Ramseur. Compensation: $15.00 hourly.

• You provide care in the home of the individual and the community they live in.
• You assist with everyday tasks such as housekeeping, meal preparation, cooking, cleaning, personal care (bathing, dressing) and employment support.
• You may transport the client to appointments and run errands.
• You help plan and organize their schedule.
• You complete daily documentation and reporting in the electronic health record system.

Impact with

Purpose:

Offering families much‑needed support and breaks.

• Professional Growth: Work alongside seasoned leaders who care about your development.
• Flexibility: We offer full‑time, part‑time, and fill‑in hours to meet your needs.
• Paid training: CPR and first aid, Mindset, Medication Administration, Infectious Disease, and Seizure Management.

• Competitive salary: $15.00 hourly.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible scheduling for full‑time, part‑time, and as‑needed work.
• On‑the‑job skill enhancement and growth opportunities.

• Experience: Entry‑level; on‑the‑job training provided.
• Education: High school diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge: Basic housekeeping, nutrition, and safety protocols.
• Skills: Interpersonal, attention to detail, and dependability.
• Technology: Proficiency with EHR systems or a willingness to learn.
• Transportation: Reliable transportation and current auto insurance.

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 team of 2,600 members delivers over 10.2 million hours of support to 40,200 children, adults, and families in 11,000 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!