Direct Support Professional

Sevita; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 28,309 - 29,825; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay (pay on demand)

Full benefits + 401(k) match

Paid time off + holidays

Supportive leadership

Job stability

Job summary

REM Community Services in Lakewood, WA is seeking a dedicated caregiver to help participants grow, learn, and live well. You will build meaningful relationships and support individuals with developmental goals.

The role requires compassion, reliability, and strong communication. A valid driver's license is preferred. Compensation follows the union agreement with hourly rates of $20.55–$21.65 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance.
• Strong communication, adaptability, multi-tasking, teamwork, and time-management skills.
• Patient, compassionate, reliable, responsible behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Be proud of rewarding work helping people grow, learn, and live well.
• Develop real, meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve.
• Experience ownership and trust from your leaders to do what’s right for participants.
• Take initiative to help participants be part of the community and enjoy their favorite activities.
• Support participants with developmental goals such as budgeting, exercise, and nutrition.
• Assist people with personal hygiene and support individuals with behavioral challenges and other complex needs.

Skills

Strong communication

Adaptability

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Time-management

Patient & compassionate

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Caregiver – REM Community Services (Sevita)

REM Community Services, part of the Sevita family, provides community‑based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As a caregiver you will help participants grow, learn, and live well.

Responsibilities

• Be proud of rewarding work helping people grow, learn, and live well
• Develop real, meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve
• Experience ownership and trust from your leaders to do what’s right for participants
• Take initiative to help participants be part of the community and enjoy their favorite activities
• Support participants with developmental goals such as budgeting, exercise, and nutrition
• Assist people with personal hygiene and support individuals with behavioral challenges and other complex needs

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: Pay on Demand, full benefits package for full‑time employees including 401(k) with 3% company match
• Paid time off plus holiday pay
• Supervisors who care deeply about participants and your wellbeing (network of support)
• Stable job at an established, growing company (job security)
• Learning and development opportunities; training and tools provided

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination preferred
• Strong communication, adaptability, multi‑tasking, teamwork, time‑management skills
• Patient, compassionate, reliable, responsible behaviors
• Valid driver’s license and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance

Compensation

Compensation is established by the applicable union collective bargaining agreement. The hourly rate is $20.55 for individuals with less than one year of relevant experience and $21.65 for those with one or more years of relevant experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.