Direct Support Professional for IDD

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

North Carolina, NC

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Autism, Biomedical Research, Clinical Medicine, Digital Signal Processing (DSP), Genetics, Health Science, Healthcare, Leadership, Patient Care, Patient Education, Scientific Research, Team Player, Technical Support, Training/Teaching Curriculum
LOCATION
North Carolina, NC
POSTED
9 days ago

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department TEACCH - CLLC - 427480 Career Area Other Posting Open Date 06/09/2026 Application Deadline 06/19/2026 Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA) Position Title Direct Support Professional for IDD Position Number 20025543 Vacancy ID S027637 Full-time/Part-time Part-Time Temporary Hours per week 20 Work Schedule

Monday - Sunday - 3rd shift position - Schedule and days to be determined by applicant and supervisor.

Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $15.00 per hour Proposed Start Date Estimated Duration of Appointment Occasional/Seasonal

Position Information

Be a Tar Heel!

The Direct Support Professional for IDD position is located at the Carolina Living and Learning Center (CLLC), just north of Pittsboro and next door to Chatham Park, where a variety of new amenities are now available (e.g., Lowe's Foods, People's Coffee, Greek Kouzina, the Refuel station). We're at the intersection of peaceful country living and busy modern life, where we can take advantage of both lifestyles. On our 79 acres, we serve15 autistic adults with higher support needs. They live in two homes on our beautiful farm, where we also have a barn, a potting shed, and a greenhouse to provide plenty of year-round activities.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to serve this unique, vulnerable population, while collaborating with our dedicated and compassionate staff. We are a diverse community, united by our desire to make a difference in the lives of our residents. There is no more meaningful way to use your professional skills. Plus, we have plenty of free parking and a commitment to work-life balance. Come and join our community!

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.

Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education: We prepare tomorrow`s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.

Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.

Position Summary

This position is a part-time position with the TEACCH Autism Program, located at the Carolina Living and Learning Center (CLLC). Our Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) work directly with our autistic residents with higher support needs. DSPs are charged with assisting our residents to live as fully and as independently as possible. They are not merely caregivers; they provide whatever support is necessary for our residents to thrive.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Management Preferences

  • Professional and/or caregiving experience with autistic, disabled, and/or senior adults
  • Experience with both autism and dementia

Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/320517 Temporary Employment Policies

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Posting Contact Information

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Optional and Required Documents

Required Documents

  • Curriculum Vitae / Resume

Optional Documents

  • Cover Letter

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    • Do you possess the competencies necessary to perform the Human Services Pgm Support Tech position?
  • Yes

  • No

    • Do you have previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities including autism spectrum disorders?
  • Yes

  • Yes, with developmental disabilties but not autism spectrum disorders

  • No

    • Do you have any previous experience working with autistic adults in a residential setting?
  • Yes

  • No

About the Company

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Education
WEBSITE
http://www.sph.unc.edu/nutr/