Direct Support Staff

Raleigh, NC


Salary: $31,200 annually, depending on education and experience

Methodist Home for Children is seeking compassionate, dependable, and relationship-focused Direct Support Staff to join our Transitional Living Home team in Raleigh, NC. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy mentoring young people, teaching life skills, and helping adolescents build confidence as they prepare for adulthood.

Our Transitional Living Homes serve teens who are on probation and cannot safely return home following placement in a youth development center or other residential setting. Youth typically stay six to twelve months while working toward important goals such as:

• Completing their education


• Exploring career opportunities


• Securing employment


• Developing independent living skills


• Learning budgeting and money management


• Obtaining a driver's license


• Building healthy relationships and life skills

As a Direct Support Staff member, you will play a vital role in helping youth achieve stability, independence, and success. Responsibilities include:

• Providing daily supervision, guidance, and support to adolescents


• Building positive, professional relationships with youth


• Implementing treatment and behavioral support plans using the agency's model of care


• Teaching and reinforcing life skills such as cooking, budgeting, household management, and personal responsibility


• Transporting youth to appointments, school, work, and community activities


• Maintaining documentation and program records


• Collaborating with families, volunteers, schools, and community partners


• Creating a safe, structured, and supportive living environment

This is a unique residential position that requires staff to live onsite while on shift. Staff typically work 3–4 consecutive days per week, providing continuity and consistency for the youth in our care. The schedule includes overnight responsibilities and may require working weekends and holidays as needed.

• Must be at least 21 years of age


• High School Diploma or GED required


• Experience working with youth ages 11–17 preferred


• Strong communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills


• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record

Full-time employees are eligible for an excellent benefits package, including:

• Paid Holidays


• Vacation Leave


• Sick Leave


• Health Insurance


• Health Care Flexible Spending Account


• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account


• Life Insurance


• 403(b) Retirement Plan


• Credit Union Membership


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Methodist Home for Children is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 

If you're passionate about mentoring youth and helping them develop the skills needed for independent living, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!