Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Behavioral Support

Dungarvin inc; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Dungarvin Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional to support individuals with developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include planning activities, personal care, and monitoring health needs, offering competitive hourly wages and a variety of employee benefits and perks.

Benefits

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

Flex Spending and HSA Accounts

Life Insurance

401 K plan with employer match

PAID TIME OFF (PTO)

Employee Referral Program

Employee Assistance Program

PAID training and orientation

Qualifications

• 6 months of experience working with developmental disabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal English language skills.
• 18 years or older, willing to engage actively.

Responsibilities

• Plan outings and activities, assist with personal care.
• Monitor health needs including medications and diets.
• Help with goal-setting and building relationships.

Skills

Communication

Engagement

Creativity

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Behavioral Support

• Part-time

Welcome to Dungarvin Support Living, formerly known as Aacres.

At Dungarvin, we are more than a provider of support services—we’re a mission-driven team rooted in respect, response, and choice. Since 1976, we’ve been dedicated to meeting people where they are, working alongside them to provide person-centered supports that enable individuals to live as independently as possible. You’ll work directly with people in need of assistance and/or living with intellectual or developmental disabilities or other complex medical needs.

With services in 15 states, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference—one person, one voice, one choice at a time. We encourage you to embrace this opportunity to impact someone’s life.

Wage: $19.65 per hour (this wage includes an enhanced rate specific to employees working directly at the Complex Needs Program). Full Range Scale: $19.65 - $21.90

• MUST BE FLEXIBLE - unable to adjust schedules based on applicant's current employment
• Full-Time and Part-Time schedules available

Company Perks / Benefits:

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance for eligible employees
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for eligible employees
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance for eligible employees
• 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match based on eligibility requirements
• PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• National Brand Discounts
• Tapcheck - early pay access
• PAID training and orientation

Responsibilities include:

• Planning outings and activities, personal care, and hygiene tasks
• Monitoring health needs, including medications, special diets, and notifying supervisors of outstanding needs
• Home care, shopping, and meal preparation
• Setting goals and learning new skills and hobbies
• Assisting in developing positive behavior supports by providing feedback about individual preferences
• Participating in the formulation and implementation of individual treatment plans, including data collection, report writing, participation in treatment team meetings, and carrying out team recommendations
• Providing lift and transfer assistance (may include non-ambulatory individuals), requiring ability to carry and maneuver up to 50 or more pounds of unbalanced weight
• Building healthy habits and relationships
• Supporting positive behavior and boundaries
• Maintaining well-being and safety by following plans and reporting guidelines

Minimum requirements:

• 6 months of experience working with people who have developmental disabilities
• Willing to be actively engaged and creative with ideas for outings and engagement in the home
• Experience working as RBT or paraeducator (preferred)
• Excellent written and verbal English language skills
• 18+ years or older

At Dungarvin, diversity and inclusion are part of our core values. We strive to create an inclusive culture that supports our employees and persons served. Compass is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

Watch our story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CjAZH-n4lSI