Direct Support Professional – 2nd Shift (4p – 12a) (Respite House Setting) Position Available In Wilson, North Carolina

Direct Support Professional•2nd Shift (4p•12a) (Respite House Setting) 3.3 3.3 out of 5 stars Wilson, NC 27893

Job Title:

Evening DSP Needed•Weekdays Only! (Respite House Setting)

Location:

Wilson, NC Schedule:

Monday•Friday, 4:00 PM•12:00 AM Full-time | No weekends required

Job Description:

A Caring Heart is seeking a dependable and compassionate Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join our Respite House team in Greenville. This is a weekday-only, daytime position supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a calm, residential setting. When the Respite House does not have residents, supplemental hours will be provided by serving as backup staff at our Day Program Center , ensuring you maintain full-time hours.

Responsibilities:

Provide care, supervision, and support to individuals in a Respite House setting Assist with daily activities such as hygiene, meals, and recreation Maintain a safe and supportive environment Follow individualized care plans and document daily activities Support the Day Program Center as needed when no residents are present in the Respite House Minimum requirements: High School Diploma or GED A valid driver’s license and 3 Years of previous driving experience Access to vehicle with valid NC minimum auto insurance, registration, and inspection Ability to communicate, read, write, and interpret English A sincere commitment to our guiding principles put the interests of the people we support first Preferred Experience Experience or familiarity with housekeeping, training staff, and being on-call. Must be dependable with a good work ethic. Background checks will be performed on all applicants. All trainings will be provided by A Caring Heart.

Benefits:

Consistent weekday hours Supportive team environment Paid training and professional development Full-time hours guaranteed through backup coverage If you’re looking for a meaningful role with a stable schedule and the opportunity to make a difference every day, apply now to join the A Caring Heart team! What is Respite? A respite house is a facility that offers temporary care and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It provides relief for primary caregivers, such as family members, by allowing them to take a break from their care-giving responsibilities while ensuring that their loved ones receive professional care in a safe and supportive environment. Respite houses can cater to a variety of needs, including medical, emotional, and social support. They often serve individuals of all ages, from children with special needs to elderly adults with chronic conditions. The length of stay in a respite house can vary from a few hours to several days, depending on the needs of the individual and the availability of the caregiver. If you meet the above requirements and possess a passion for mentoring and assisting others, we are thrilled to engage in a conversation with you regarding a job opportunity! Additionally, fill out our online application at: https://form.jotform.com/221295951241151 Call our Recruiter, Chris at 252-289-0877 between the hours of 9:00 am and 4:00 pm if you have any questions regarding the application process. Salary will be based and determined on experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education that is relevant and valuable to this position and its expectations.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $15.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Evening shift Holidays Monday to Friday Application Question(s): Please indicate that you understand that the shift for this position is 4pm•12 am (Midnight) Monday through Friday. Do you have a vehicle for use at work? Are you able to physically push, pull, or lift 25 pounds, unassisted, on a regular basis and up to 100 pounds unassisted occasionally? Are you comfortable assisting individuals with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) after receiving training? These tasks may include but are not limited to: Personal Care, Mobility Support, Meal Preparation & Feeding, Toileting & Continence Care, and/or Household Tasks. Would you be comfortable performing these essential duties as part of your role? Describe your experience working with those who have Developmental Disabilities and/or Autism. Please ensure that your resume reflects this experience.

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Unsupervised Driving:

3 years (Required) Group home: 1 year (Preferred) Working with people with developmental disabilities: 1 year (Preferred) Assisting with

ADLs:

1 year (Preferred) Medication administration: 1 year (Preferred) Behavior management: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver’s License (Required)

Work Location:

In person