IDD Direct Support Professional

Make a Difference in Someone's Life!

Carolina Residential Services is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and motivated individual to join our team as a Part-Time Direct Support Professional at our supervised living apartments in Taylorsville, NC.

This position provides an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities by helping them develop independent living skills, participate in their communities, and achieve their personal goals.

Our residents are encouraged to perform daily activities as independently as possible, with staff providing guidance, assistance, and supervision based on each individual's needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist and supervise residents with daily living activities while encouraging independence.
• Support residents with meal planning, grocery shopping, cooking, laundry, and household responsibilities.
• Provide transportation to medical appointments, shopping, and community activities using company provided vehicles.
• Assist residents with personal hygiene and medication management, including the use of the MedaCube medication dispensing system, as authorized and trained.
• Teach and reinforce independent living skills, including budgeting, money management, scheduling appointments, and using technology.
• Encourage positive communication, appropriate social interactions, and community involvement.
• Implement individualized goals and support strategies outlined in each resident's Person-Centered Plan.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive living environment.
• Communicate effectively with residents, supervisors, and other team members.

We are looking for an individual who is:

• Compassionate, patient, dependable, and respectful of others.
• Able to encourage independence while providing appropriate supervision and support.
• Comfortable assisting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Able to communicate effectively and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Willing to complete required training and follow company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age and possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• NC Active Driver's License and positive driving record
• Prior experience in assisted living, nursing homes, or residential care homes is highly desirable
• Knowledge of working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, supervised apartment living, and long term care best practices
• Certification in CPR, First Aid, De-escalation is required; ongoing training opportunities are provided (Carolina Residential Services will provide required training)
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or cognitive disabilities is preferred
• Strong communication skills for effective client interaction and teamwork

Join Our Team!

If you enjoy helping others, encouraging independence, and making a positive difference in your community, we encourage you to apply.

Carolina Residential Services
Supporting Independence. Encouraging Growth. Enriching Lives.

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Pay: $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)

Work Location: In person