Direct Support Professional - Empower Lives in Seattle

Alpha Supported Living Services; Shoreline (WA); On-site; USD 30,582 - 37,470; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b)

Life Insurance

Tuition Savings Program

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO

Job summary

Alpha Supported Living Services in Washington is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide compassionate, person-centered care to adults with developmental disabilities. You will work under supervision to support daily living tasks, encourage community integration, and maintain a safe, healthy home environment for participants in Shoreline/Seattle.

The role requires at least 18, a High School Diploma or GED, and a WA driver’s license eligible for the agency’s insurance coverage,

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• WA Driver’s license acceptable for Alpha insurance coverage.
• Background inquiry clearance from state agency.

Responsibilities

• Interact with clients and provide informal counseling; support client in problem-solving challenges.
• Support day-to-day needs including personal hygiene, meals, housekeeping, shopping, monitor health needs, and supervision of medication.
• Assist participants with accessing community outings of client’s choosing; operate agency vehicle to transport clients.
• Complete required written and digital documentation of each shift: medication records, behavior tracking, incident reports, financial records.
• Assist with medical needs: vital signs, transferring/positioning, tube feeding.
• Operate equipment (Hoyer lift, shower chairs, suction machines, etc.).
• Provide positive behavior support to clients.

Skills

Personal care

Emotional support

Medical administration

Behavior support

Laptop/Tablet tasks

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hoyer lift

Shower chair

Suction machine

Tube feeding equipment

Job description

Alpha Supported Living Services in Washington is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide compassionate, person-centered care to adults with developmental disabilities. You will work under supervision to support daily living tasks, encourage community integration, and maintain a safe, healthy home environment for participants in Shoreline/Seattle.

The role requires at least 18, a High School Diploma or GED, and a WA driver’s license eligible for the agency’s insurance coverage,