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Direct Support Professional

PORT Health
Cary, NC Part Time
POSTED ON 10/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/22/2026
Lead with Purpose. Empower with Compassion.

Voted Raleigh’s Best Nonprofit Organization and Raleigh’s Best Mental Health Services two years in a row!

Position Snapshot

Location: Cary, NC

Schedule: Part-time | weekday and weekend openings | day shift |

Pay: $18/hour

Work Setting: On-site, in home and travel within the local community to meet the needs of the consumer you would be supporting

Position Type: Part-time

Make an Impact With Us

Do you want work that makes a meaningful difference in your community? Easterseals PORT Health is seeking a Direct Support Professional to join our Individual and Community Services team in Cary, NC.

As a Direct Support Professional, you’ll have the opportunity to build meaningful connections with the individuals you support every day. We work with people of all ages and abilities and carefully match each consumer with team members whose skills, personality, and interests are the best fit. We believe the right match creates stronger relationships, better support, and more rewarding experiences for both our consumers and our staff. Every day is a chance to make someone’s day a little brighter! In this role, you’ll support individuals in their homes and communities, helping them build independence, achieve personal goals, and enjoy meaningful experiences..

What You’ll Do

  • Support the consumer with personal care needs and companionship
  • Document daily activities and goals met in an electronic format
  • Coordinate and collaborate with the family of the consumer to work on goals that promote independence, socialization and overall personal development

What You Bring

We’re looking for someone who brings the experience, skills, and commitment needed to succeed in this role.

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Valid North Carolina Driver’s license, reliable transportation and vehicle insurance required
  • Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred, but not required.
  • Interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and dependability are a must!

Why Join Easterseals PORT Health?

Easterseals PORT Health is a trusted and compassionate organization providing disability, mental health, and substance use services across North Carolina and Virginia. Purpose, dedication, and empathy guide the way we support our neighbors and one another.

For Eligible Positions, Our Total Rewards Package May Include

  • 403(b) retirement plan
  • Employee Assistance Program and legal services
  • Professional development and training opportunities, including AHEC where applicable
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility where applicable

About Easterseals PORT Health

Easterseals PORT Health helps people with disabilities, mental health and/or substance use challenges, their families, and our employees embrace their potential, access opportunities, build resilience and thrive. Purpose, dedication, and empathy drive our in-person and telehealth service delivery.

Our 2,800-member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to 40,200 children, adults, and families in 11,000 home, facility, and community locations across North Carolina and Virginia.

Easterseals PORT Health is an Inclusive Culture, Different Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning and Growing.

Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply! Need assistance with the application process or an accommodation? Contact recruiter@eastersealsPORT.com.

Learn More About The Program

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Salary : $18

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