Direct Support Professional (DSP) Washington County

Empowered Services LTD; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Flexible schedule

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Empowered Services is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide in-home and community-based support in Oregon. No prior DSP experience is required—paid training is provided.

The role focuses on daily routines, community activities, independence, behavioral support, and emotional regulation, with a strong emphasis on boundaries and safety. You will work with diverse clients, including those needing caregiver support, and coordinate with care teams.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Support daily living routines (meals, hygiene, organization).
• Assist with community access (shopping, errands, outings).
• Provide emotional regulation support using calm, structured approaches.
• Maintain clear boundaries and consistent expectations.
• Assist with household upkeep and organization.
• Encourage independence and personal responsibility.
• Communicate updates with care teams and complete required documentation.
• Help maintain a safe, predictable, and respectful environment.

Skills

Communication

Boundary setting

Caregiving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Direct Care DSP | Life Skills Caregiver | Washington Co

About Empowered Services

Empowered Services provides one-on-one in-home and community-based support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our focus is to hire and train Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to help people build independence, maintain routines, and stay connected to their communities in meaningful ways.

Role Overview

We are hiring an entry-level Direct Support Professional (DSP)to provide consistent, structured care for individuals of all ages in the Yamhill County area. (No prior DSP experience required – paid training provided.)

This role centers around:

• Supporting daily routines and household structure
• Assisting with community-based activities and errands
• Encouraging independence while maintaining clear expectations
• Behavioral support
• Emotional regulation
• Crisis support

This is a strong fit for someone who is consistent, patient, and confident maintaining boundaries in a supportive way.

Here are some examples of the current customers that are available:

• Customer 239:Adolescent male in Beaverton who needs assistance with breaking down and understanding information. Customer needs some mobility support, emotional regulation and learning to be more independent. Schedule may look like Friday evenings and all day Saturdays and Sundays.
• Customer 436: Teenage female in Tigard who relies on a G-Tube for nutrition and hydration. Customer uses a wheelchair and needs monitoring when transferred to other seating options. Provider should be comfortable with performing personal hygiene tasks. Schedule my look like Monday-Friday 4pm to 9:30pm.
• Customer 355:Young adult male in Tigard who is looking for assistance with building skills to live more independently. Customer will need reminders about personal hygiene and help with meal planning and prep. Your schedule may be flexible hours up to 3 days per week.
• Customer 481:Adult female in Beaverton who needs a provider fluent in American Sign Language. Customer needs assistance with housework, meal planning/prep and budgeting. Schedule will start off part time, 2 days per week with the possibility of picking up more hours as the customer gets comfortable with the provider.
• Customer 74:Young adult male in Tigard looking for a provider 2 days per week in the afternoons. Customer needs cues to clean his home and support with getting out in the community. Customer also needs assistance with meal planning and prep and transportation to the store. Your schedule may look like Wednesdays and Fridays 2pm-5pm and Saturdays from 2pm-7pm

What You’ll Do

• Support daily living routines (meals, hygiene, organization)
• Assist with community access (shopping, errands, outings)
• Provide emotional regulation support using calm, structured approaches
• Maintain clear boundaries and consistent expectations
• Assist with household upkeep and organization
• Encourage independence and personal responsibility
• Communicate updates with care teams and complete required documentation
• Help maintain a safe, predictable, and respectful environment

Compensation & Benefits

• $23–$26 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)
• Paid training
• Flexible schedule based upon the customers needs

Full-time employees (30+ hours/week) may be eligible for:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with employer match (3% Match)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications:

• Must be18 years or older
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Current auto insurance (meeting state requirements)
• Ability to pass a background check (not all records are disqualifying)
• Comfortable supporting personal care needs

Preferred:

• Experience in caregiving, DSP, behavioral support, or IDD roles
• Experience supporting individuals with I/DD
• Strong communication and boundary-setting skills
• CPR/First Aid certification

Why This Role Stands Out

• Flexible part time schedule
• Structured, routine-based support (not chaotic care)
• Strong opportunity to build a long-term, stable working relationship
• Supportive team and clear expectations
• Meaningful work focused on independence and growth