Weekend Shift -Community Support Specialist - Direct Support Professional - (3000)-Wilmington

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: 18.03

Now Hiring: Community Support Specialist (Direct Support Professional)

Starting Pay: $18.03/hour + $1,250$1,500 Sign-On Bonus (eligible shifts)

Looking for meaningful work where you can make a real impact every single day? Whether you're seeking full-time hours, a flexible schedule, or a rewarding second job, this opportunity could be exactly what you're looking for.

We offer multiple shifts, schedules, and locations available great for full-time, students, or a second job!

The Charles Lea Center is anational leader in supported living services, empowering men and women with disabilities to live independently and pursue lives filled with purpose, dignity, and connection.

We dont believe in one-size-fits-all care. We customize supports and programs around each individuals unique goals, interests, and dreams. For many of the people we serve, this may be the first time they are living on their own and were honored to walk alongside them on that journey.

With the help of innovative technology and compassionate professionals, we provide the right level of support to promote independence, confidence, and growth.

As part of our Direct Support Team, you are more than a caregiver you are a mentor, advocate, teacher, and champion of independence.

You will:

• Support individuals in daily living activities (cooking, cleaning, budgeting, personal care, transportation)
• Provide supervision that ensures health, safety, and accountability
• Teach life skills that promote self-sufficiency and confidence
• Encourage participation in community activities and social engagement
• Help individuals achieve personal goals and explore their interests
• Communicate with families and team members in a supportive, professional manner
• Work under the guidance of a Program Manager while taking ownership of meaningful daily interactions

Every day looks different. One day you may be helping someone master a new cooking skill. The next, you may be supporting someone in landing a job or exploring a new hobby. The impact you make is immediate and life changing.

We are dedicated to fostering a culture of continuous growth, diversity and inclusion, and promoting a healthy work-life balance. Our organization is committed to supporting your success from the very beginning.

Full-Time Status at 30 Hours Per Week

Benefits Include:

• Blue Cross & Blue Shield Health Insurance (available within 60 days)
• Vision & Dental Insurance (available within 60 days)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (for employees working 20+ hours/week accrual begins immediately!)
• Tuition Assistance
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• PPE and safety supplies provided at no cost

We champion the power of human connection and at the heart of connection is inclusion.

If you are compassionate, dependable, and passionate about empowering others to live their fullest lives, we want to meet you.

Join us in building stronger communities one life at a time.

Apply today and start making a difference tomorrow.