Direct Support Professional / DSP

Easterseals PORT Health·Duplin County, North Carolina

$15 - $15/hrPart Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 25 days ago

Practice for this role

Direct Support Professional / DSP · $15 - $15/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-45% vs. median posted rate for behavioral health roles in North Carolina ($27.50/hr, n=1614)

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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 1,614 posted behavioral health roles in North Carolina rates. This role sits in the 21st percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 45% below the North Carolina median for behavioral health roles.

The Direct Support Professional assists individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities with daily living tasks such as housekeeping, meal preparation, and personal care. They are also responsible for transporting clients, organizing schedules, and maintaining accurate documentation in the electronic health system.

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, various hours and shifts available Location: Wilmington, NC (Ogden/Porter's Neck) and surrounding areas with local community travel

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, toiletry and changing diapers; as well as 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 flexible schedules, depending client needs and your availability
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 rate

$15/hour
Optional 403(b) Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible scheduling
On-the-job skill enhancement and growth

What We’re Looking For • Experience

entry-level, on-the-job training is provided
Education: 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!

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and reliable transportation with a valid driver's license and auto insurance. Proficiency with electronic health record systems and strong interpersonal skills are required for this role.

high school
Dependability
Housekeeping
Documentation
Reporting
CPR
Interpersonal skills
Attention to detail
Meal preparation
Medication administration
Personal care
First-aid
Employment support
EHR systems
Seizure management

Posting details

Employment type: Part Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $15 - $15/hr
Location: Duplin County, North Carolina
Posted: Aug 13, 2026
Application: Employer website

Behavioral health roles in North Carolina

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