Autism Society of North Carolina is currently hiring for part-time Direct Support Professionals (DSP)/Autism Support Professionals (DSP) to assist individuals with autism in reaching their personal goals! This position earns a competitive wage.

In addition to competitive pay and our welcoming culture, we offer our Direct Support Professional (DSP)/Autism Support Professionals the following benefits (*for staff working 20 hours part-time per week):

• Vision*
• Dental*
• Life*
• Opportunity to have a positive impact on the lives of those you work with
• Mileage reimbursement
• Training
• Flexible schedules
• Growth opportunities

WHY OUR EMPLOYEES LOVE WORKING WITH US:

"Every single person that you come into contact with makes you feel welcome, which provides a sense of comfort and acceptance, even if you have never met before. It helps you feel like you fit into this family and you are where you’re meant to be... all the supervisors help you be the best professional you can possibly be... they always have your back."

Have the availability, this job is for you!

DAY-TO-DAY

As a part-time Direct Support Professional/Autism Support Professional/DSP, you build relationships with participants, then use that bond to help them enhance their lives. Whether it's helping them make choices, gain life skills, learn to better communicate, or find and be successful in a job, you are there for whatever they need. You provide support in a day program like setting. Following their individual treatment plan, you help them reach goals that may include developing social interaction skills, positive behavior management, self-care, and self-direction.

But you're not in it alone. You have an entire network of resources to ensure you are able to provide the best services possible. You participate in treatment planning and progress assessment meetings, cross-train with other autism support professionals, keep careful records, follow basic assurances of health and safety, and collaborate with supervisors and administrative staff. You end each day feeling rewarded seeing the people you serve make strides toward a more independent life!

ABOUT AUTISM SOCIETY OF NORTH CAROLINA

Our mission is to improve the lives of individuals with autism, support their families, and educate communities. We strive to be the trusted partner for all people with autism as they lead fulfilling lives, be as independent as possible, and achieve their goals and dreams. Our support is always founded on respect and value for the unique individuals we serve. This is why we provide services that are tailored to their individual needs. Not only are we helping to improve their lives, but they are also improving ours!

When you join our team, you become part of a force for good that is bigger than you. Each team member brings their unique talents and abilities to the table, and we all learn from each other. Our culture is welcoming and supportive because we want to help our employees succeed just as much as we want to help the individuals we serve.

OUR IDEAL DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL/DSP (AUTISM SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL)

• Problem-solver - you can think on your feet and find creative solutions
• Friendly - you can build a rapport with others easily
• Teachable - you are eager and willing to learn

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• 18 years or older
• Basic computer and typing skills
• Patient and able to work a flexible schedule

If you meet the above requirements, we need you. Apply today to join our team in this part-time DSP role!