Direct Support Professionals (DSP)

Direct Support Professionals

Do you have a heart for supporting people with disabilities while having fun at work and making a difference? If so, please read on!

Charles Lea Center in Spartanburg, SC is hiring Direct Support Professionals.

The DSP position earns a competitive wage of $14.06 per hour for 1st and 2nd shift; $15.06 for 3rd shift; and the Weekend shift (Saturday and Sunday) $15.06 for 1st & $16.06 for 3rd shift Weekends and a sign-on bonus of $500 - $1000 based on shift. Full- and part-time shifts are available. Flexible training is also available.

We offer great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, a 401(k), paid time off (PTO), tuition reimbursement, a free onsite wellness clinic, and flexible work schedules! We also offer full paid training.

ABOUT THE CHARLES LEA CENTER

The Charles Lea Center has been supporting people with disabilities for over 50 years. We are devoted to helping each person be part of the community where they Live, Work, & Play.

Person-centered thinking is at the core of our values. We truly care and work hard to meet the needs of the people that we support and our employees. Our employees love the work they do each day because they see the difference they're making in people's lives!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

As a DSP, you support people with special needs and disabilities to live their best lives as independently as possible. As a DSP, you will support the people we serve in a residential setting and also help with hands on support in many areas of daily living such as: medication administration, hygiene, grooming, shopping, meal preparation, and transportation as well as other community and employment skills and any other assigned duties.

You find it very rewarding to help people with disabilities lead self-fulfilling lives!

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 18 years of age
• 8th grade level of education
• Ability to pass a background check upon hire
• Valid driver's license
• Basic computer skills

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this DSP position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Location: 29307