Direct Support Professional (DSP) Washington County

ICES: Data, Discovery, Better Health; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Flexible schedule

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Job summary

Empowered Services is 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.

You will support daily living routines, community access, emotional regulation, and maintain boundaries with compassion. This role offers a flexible part-time schedule, with potential for more hours as you grow with the team.

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.
• Comfortable supporting personal care needs.

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.
• Communicate updates with care teams and complete required documentation.
• Help maintain a safe, predictable, and respectful environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Boundary setting

Emotional regulation

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 347: Adolescent male in Sherwood who is looking for an active provider who can keep up with him. Customer needs assistance with emotional regulation and cues for personal hygiene. Your schedule may look like Monday-Friday 2pm to 6pm
• 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 may 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.

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–$25 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 be 18 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