Join us in our mission to provide hope, promote wellness and empower people who need it the most. 

Do you enjoy helping people to achieve their goals and dreams? 

Want to work for a company committed to supporting, educating, and empowering people to choose and achieve what is important to them? 

Monarch NC, a provider of high-quality and trauma-informed care for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental illness and substance use disorders, is seeking a dedicated Direct Support Professional to join our team in Gastonia, NC. 

As a Direct Support Professional, you will support the people we serve in achieving their dreams and goals.  You will administer their morning medications, handfeed meals (if needed), provide transportation to appointments, cook meals, and assist them with showers and personal care.  You will also perform daily charting and documentation and provide cleaning and general upkeep of the residential home.

This is a part time position.  The work schedule is:

• Week 1: Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday - 6 AM - 2 PM
• Week 2: Monday and Friday, 6 AM - 10 AM; Saturday and Sunday, 6 AM - 2 PM

To qualify, candidates must have the following: 

• A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least 1 year of experience working with people with intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use diagnoses.
• A current and valid Driver's License is also required.

We understand that in order for our professionals to take good care of our people, we need to take good care of them too. That’s why we offer the following benefits: 

• Employee Care Fund for Monarch staff facing financial hardship as a result of unforeseen circumstances like a natural disaster, house fire or other emergencies!
• Paid Time Off, including 10 paid company holidays
• Employee Development Program
• Our company qualifies for the Student Loan Forgiveness Program!
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program

...and much more! 

Come join us in our mission to support people with disabilities in growing toward their potential, reaching their dreams, and making their own informed choices about where they live, learn, work, play and worship. We look forward to working with you!