Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

Dungarvin; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance

401 K plan with up to 3% employer

PAID TIME OFF (PTO)

Growth and Development Opportunities

Employee Referral Program

Employee Assistance Program

National Brand Discounts

Tapcheck- early pay access

PAID training and orientation

Job summary

Dungarvin Supported Living in Olympia, WA is hiring a Direct Support Professional to enrich the lives of residents with I/DD. You will provide direct care, assist with daily living tasks, and help residents achieve personal goals in a safe, respectful environment.

You’ll receive paid orientation, benefits, and opportunities for growth while working as part of a mission-driven team dedicated to person-centered care and independence.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Able to attend two weeks of PAID in-house orientation and training
• Have a passion to help others through person-centered care
• Dependable, adaptable, and flexible
• Good communication to document care and follow support plans with the 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
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Caregiving experience

Communication skills

Job description

Welcome to Dungarvin Supported 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 - providing person-centered supports that allow individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or complex medical needs to live as independently as possible.

Our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference, and we encourage you to embrace this opportunity to impact someone’s life!

Company Perks/Benefits:

• Wage: $20/hour (The rate of pay and pay scale provided for this position are based on title and geographical location) Full Range Scale: $20.00-$22.30
• 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 for eligible employees
• 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

Who we are:

Welcome to Dungarvin Supported 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 - providing person-centered supports that allow individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or complex medical needs to live as independently as possible.

Our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference, and we encourage you to embrace this opportunity to impact someone’s life!

Company Perks/Benefits:

• Wage: $20/hour (The rate of pay and pay scale provided for this position are based on title and geographical location) Full Range Scale: $20.00-$22.30
• 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 for eligible employees
• 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

Job Description

What You Get To Do:

The DSP (caregiver)is responsible forproviding direct support, hands-on instruction,assistance, and positive direction to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) in a manner that ensures their health, safety, successful achievement of serviceobjectives, and personal goals.

If you are passionate about providing care and are willing to challenge yourself daily to make a positive impact on the lives of those you care for, we want YOU on our team.

• Enrich and support the lives of our 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.
• Other duties as assigned

Why This Role:

• Personal fulfillment, a meaningful career, and the chance to make a difference.
• Positively impact someone’s life.
• Gain health care experience to further your career.

Qualifications

What Makes You a Great Fit:

• Previousexperience supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilitiespreferred
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Able to attend two weeks of PAID in-house orientation and training
• Have a passion to help others through person-centered care
• Dependable, adaptable, and flexible
• Goodcommunication is key in this role.You’llrely on your reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members.

Additional Information

We believe in supporting not only those we serve but also each other, ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment for all. Dungarvin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any legally protected status per federal and/or state law.

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