Direct Support Professional

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

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, 5hrs. a week- family is flexible on days and times.

Location: Oxford, 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 full and part-time positions as well as fill-in hours, depending on what you need

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 full-time, 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

Ready to Apply?

Join a team where work isn’t just something you do — it’s a purpose. Bring your expertise to a mission that matters. Apply now at or send your resume to .

About Easterseals PORT Health

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 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!