Direct Support Pro: Empower Others to Thrive

Dungarvin; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

HSA / FSA

Pet Insurance

Life Insurance

401 K plan with employer match

Paid Time Off

PTO Donation

Growth opportunities

Referral Program

Employee Assistance Program

Brand Discounts

Tapcheck (early pay)

Paid training

Job summary

Dungarvin is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide direct support and hands-on instruction to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities to ensure their health, safety, and progress toward personal goals.

You will enrich residents' lives, provide companionship, assist with daily living activities, prepare meals, and help with mobility and daily routines in a supportive environment. Training and orientation are provided.

Qualifications

• Be 18+ years or older.
• 1 year of caregiving experience (preferred).
• Good communication is key; document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with team.

Responsibilities

• Enrich and support the lives of residents while maintaining a safe and healthy environment.
• Provide companionship and personalized care while encouraging independence and self-care.
• Assist with activities of daily living, including dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, and eating.
• Prepare meals and snacks.
• Perform light housekeeping and laundry duties.
• Provide mobility and transfer assistance, which may include using mechanical lift devices.
• Implement positive behavior supports and de-escalate challenging behaviors when needed.

Skills

Caregiving

Communication

Job description

Dungarvin is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide direct support and hands-on instruction to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities to ensure their health, safety, and progress toward personal goals.

You will enrich residents' lives, provide companionship, assist with daily living activities, prepare meals, and help with mobility and daily routines in a supportive environment. Training and orientation are provided.