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Easterseals UCP lists this Direct Support Professional/Group Home opportunity in albemarle, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Direct Support Professional (DSP)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:Part-Time role available - Schedule is Saturday 8am to Monday 8am with sleepover at the group home.You are required to stay on site for the duration of your shift & clock out to sleep each night for 8hrs. In the event you had to get up in the night to assist a resident you would be compensated for your time. Guests & pets are not allowed. Overtime is occasionally available on site, but regularly available at regional group homes for those looking for extra hours. This would be working at our Mental Health Group Home located in Albemarle.Location: Albemarle Compensation: $15.00Your Role in Our MissionYou will provide care in the home of the individual and the community they live inAssist with everyday tasks such as housekeeping, meal preparation, cooking, and cleaning; personal care such as bathing and dressing; and employment supportYou may transport the client to appointments and run errandsHelp plan and organize their scheduleDaily documentation and reporting in the electronic health system of recordWhy Join Us?Impact with Purpose: offering families much-needed support and breaksProfessional Growth: Work alongside seasoned leaders who care about your growth and developmentFlexibility: We offer full and part-time positions as well as fill-in hours, depending on what you needPaid training: CPR / first-aid, Mindset, Medication Administration, Infectious Disease, and Seizure ManagementWe offer an assortment of benefits for part-time and as-needed positions.Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive salary: $15.00 hourly403(b) Retirement PlanEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible scheduling to include full-time, part-time, and as-neededOn-the-job skill enhancement and growthWhat We're Looking ForExperience: entry-level, on-the-job training is providedEducation: A High school diploma or GED is requiredKnowledge: basic housekeeping, basic nutrition, and safety protocolsSkills: Interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and dependability are a must!Technology: Proficiency with EHR systems or technically savvy to learnTransportation: DSPs must have reliable transportation and current auto insuranceAbout Easterseals PORT HealthEasterseals 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 2,600-member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to 40,200 kids, adults, and families in 11,000 home, facility, and community 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! Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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albemarle, NC, 28001, US
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