Direct Support Professional (DSP)
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Job Description
Are you driven to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with mental health and intellectual/developmental disabilities (IDD) Easterseals PORT Health is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our compassionate team in Wilmington.
We are hiring for the following locations and shifts:
Rose Hill
Monday-Friday occasional Saturdays times are flexible preferably after 11am
What Youll Do
In this role you will make a significant impact on the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by assisting with daily living activities employment support and social engagement. Your work will help clients develop skills for greater independence both at home and in the community. Daily documentation and reporting are required. As a Direct Service Provider (DSP) you will provide care in clients homes and may assist with transportation. Under supervision youll help clients learn socially appropriate skills and offer families much-needed breaks.
How Youll Benefit
Joining our team means we are committing to support your personal growth and development. Youll earn a competitive hourly rate (up to $18 per hour depending on the approved service) along with a tailored benefit package (for qualifying positions). We also offer flexible schedules and paid training to help you complete the required courses equipping you with the essential skills to effectively serve our clients.
- CPR / First Aid
- Mindset
- Medication Administration/Infection Disease/Seizure Management
- Other training courses relevant to this position and your growth.
Ideal Candidate Attributes
To join our team you must have a willingness to provide care in various community settings. We require proof of a High School Diploma or GED a valid drivers license a good driving record and current auto insurance. You must also be willing to successfully complete a background check.
If youre kind-hearted and seek a rewarding career opportunity where you can make a huge difference in the daily lives of the people you will help then please apply now at our website: OR by sending your resume to: .
About Easterseals PORT Health
Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy compassionate partner providing exceptional disability behavioral health and addiction treatment services to help our neighbors live their best lives. Our diverse and inclusive 2600-member team provides meaningful support to 40200 kids adults and families in 11000 home facility and community locations across North Carolina and Virginia.
Our working environment supports employee and client health with a no tobacco use policy (tobacco free and smoke free) in all offices client facilities properties and agency vehicles.
We believe that by leveraging the unique strengths and perspectives of our workforce we can advance our just cause while building a healthy sustainable organization. Thats why we listen seek to understand & act to make ESPH an Inclusive Culture Different Voices Embracing Potential Authentic Self & Learning & Growing (IDEAL) organization.
Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Hourly
