Direct Support Professional / Dsp For Empower Recreation Program

Easterseals UCP, one of the largest non-profit service providers in North Carolina & Virginia is seeking a dedicated Direct Service Provider (DSP) who is energetic and passionate about supporting Adults and Children with disabilities. Our New Bern program has several full time or part time DSP opportunities, Monday-Friday with some Saturday's as needed.

If you’re looking for a rewarding career opportunity where you can make a huge difference in the daily lives of the people you'll support, then we are looking for you!

Full-time or Part-time Schedule:

• Full time, Monday-Friday; (9:00am-5:30pm) or11am-6pm
• Part time, Monday-Friday with flexible scheduling options
• Occasional Saturday’s required as needed

What You'll Do as a Direct Support Professional (DSP):

Recreation:

• Responsible for supporting individuals at learning and increasing skills in all areas of independence including, but not limited to: Self-help skills, independent living skills, accessing community resources, and pursuit of leisure activities. (If an individualized plan exists, this document serves as a guide for these supports).
• Participate in all program activities.
• Ensure that the safety, health, hygiene, and nutritional needs of the individuals we support are met.
• Lift and transfer individuals, we support as needed.

Transition to Employment:

• Support individuals in job exploration, work-based learning experiences, and workplace readiness training as directed by the Transition Coordinator.
• Coach individuals during Job Club activities, volunteerism, and job shadowing.
• Accompany individuals being supported to their community-based site to provide on-the-job training.
• Assist in performing an individual’s job duties to maintain necessary production as well as model work behavior.
• Supports the Transition Coordinator in the development of activities for the program.

How You’ll Benefit:

Being part of our team means we value and encourage your personal growth and development. You'll earn a competitive base salary based on your experience plus paid training. We also offer benefits to those regularly working 30 hours or more per week.

Our Benefits include:

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Health Benefits + an optional Flexible Health Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance and more
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employees Assistance Program and Legal services, when needed
• Lots of Merchant Discounts to improve your purchasing power!

What We’re Looking for in a Direct Support Professional (DSP):

• High School diploma or GED required. Associate's Degree preferred.
• Two years’ experience (personal or professional) working with individuals with developmental and other various disabilities preferred. Experience working with members with behaviors is a plus!
• Knowledge of the labor market and community services agencies, as well as skills in writing task analysis, systemic job training, counseling, advocacy, and supported employment preferred.
• Must be comfortable with a fast-paced work environment to meet the program's performance expectations.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license, clean driving record, and current insurance required.
• Must have reliable transportation for occasional travel throughout the program's territory.
• Must pass a criminal background check.

If you’re looking for a rewarding career opportunity where you can make a huge difference in the daily lives of the people you'll support, then please apply now on our website: www.eastersealsucp.com

About Easterseals UCP NC & VA

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to providing exceptional disability, behavioral health and addiction treatment services to help our neighbors live their best lives. 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.

We strive to attract and engage team members with diverse lived experiences. We intentionally seek out and value uniqueness across race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, personality, disability and age.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid orientation
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Safety equipment provided

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• New Bern, NC: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person