Alternative Family Living / AFL Care Provider

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Position Snapshot

Location: Raleigth, NC

Schedule: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week  

Pay: Daily Rate based on client

Work Setting: Home and Community based with travel in local community

Position Type: Contract  

Make an Impact With Us

Do you want work that makes a meaningful difference in your community? Easterseals PORT Health is seeking an AFL provider to join our Individual and Community Supports Program in Raleigh, NC  

Every day is a chance to make someone's day a little brighter! In this role, you'll support individuals in their homes and communities, helping them build independence, achieve personal goals, and enjoy meaningful experiences. From preparing meals and assisting with personal care to accompanying them on appointments, errands, and community outings, you'll be a trusted source of support and encouragement. You'll help create routines, celebrate successes big and small, and empower the people we serve to live their best lives, all while keeping accurate documentation in our electronic health record system.

In the role of AFL Host, you’ll provide a safe, stable, and supportive home environment for participants while assisting with daily living activities, personal goal achievement, and overall well-being. You’ll work closely with participants, families, and an interdisciplinary team of DSPs, QPs, and RNs to coordinate services, maintain compliance, and promote health, independence, and community inclusion.

What You’ll Do

• Provide a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment tailored to the care and support plans of the individual participant wile supporting daily living skills like meal preparation, hygiene, medication administration, and transportation.


• Partner with the participant, their families, the DSPs, the QPs, and other members of the community to help the participant achieve their personal goals and build skills.`


• Coordinate routine and emergency dental and medical are while maintaining up to date medical documentation.


• Maintain accurate and timely documentation including monthly expense forms, receipts, and incident reports.


• Maintain compliance and quality of care through required trainings, home inspections, and site reviews

What You Bring

We’re looking for someone who brings the experience, skills, and commitment needed to succeed in this role.

• High School diploma or GED required


• Valid Drivers License, car insurance, and reliable transportation required


• Experience in caregiving or IDD services preferred


• Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and the ability to work independently


• Capacity to maintain detailed records and follow agency protocols


• Must possess the necessary abilities to perform tasks such as develop written communication as well as reviewing work to determine accuracy.

Why Join Easterseals PORT Health?

Easterseals PORT Health is a trusted and compassionate organization providing disability, mental health, and substance use services across North Carolina and Virginia. Purpose, dedication, and empathy guide the way we support our neighbors and one another.

For benefits-eligible positions, our total rewards package may include:

• Generous paid time off and holidays


• Medical, dental, and vision coverage + FSA


• Life and disability insurance


• 403(b) retirement plan


• Employee Assistance Program and legal services


• Professional development and training opportunities, including AHEC where applicable


• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility where applicable

About Easterseals PORT Health

Easterseals PORT Health helps people with disabilities, mental health and/or substance use challenges, their families, and our employees embrace their potential, access opportunities, build resilience and thrive. Purpose, dedication, and empathy drive our in-person and telehealth service delivery.

Our 2,800-member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to 40,200 children, adults, and families in 11,000 home, facility, and community locations across North Carolina and Virginia.

Easterseals PORT Health is an Inclusive Culture, Different Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning and Growing.

Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply! Need assistance with the application process or an accommodation? Contact [email protected].