Caregiver - Youth Program

Hope Human Services • Vancouver, WA

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About The Position

Hope Human Services is hiring a Caregiver/Direct Support Professional to support youth ages 13–21 in their homes and communities. The role focuses on improving the quality of life of the people supported through compassionate, innovative, and extraordinary service. Caregivers teach and coach youth according to habilitative plans, help with daily living activities, provide supervision and engagement, and facilitate community outings. The position is under the supervision of the Program Manager. Applicants must be available to work at least one weekend shift per week. Hope provides paid training, including a 75-hour certificate and other clinical-specific training. The advertised pay range is $19.00–$21.50 per hour; all new hires start at $19.00 per hour, with eligible staff placed in LSR homes potentially receiving a differential of up to $1.50 per hour for hours worked in those homes, subject to training and program requirements.

Requirements

• At least six months of similar experience working directly with vulnerable populations.
• Basic computer skills.
• Excellent written and verbal English language skills.
• Be 21 years of age.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record and three years of licensed driving experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Pass a background check through DSHS and DCYF.
• Be available to work at least one weekend shift per week.

Responsibilities

• Teach and coach individuals according to habilitative plans.
• Assist with or provide basic living skills, including cooking, cleaning, personal hygiene, and medication.
• Provide supervision and engagement.
• Facilitate community outings.

Benefits

• Health benefit options for full-time employees: Health Access Preventative and Health Access Cooperative.
• Employer-funded $15,000 basic life insurance for full-time and part-time employees.
• Non-medical benefits include dental, vision, long-term disability, accident, hospital, critical illness, legal assistance, ID theft, and a pet discount program.
• 401(k) options following one year of employment.
• Paid vacation and sick time accruing immediately.
• Paid training, including a 75-hour certificate, CPR, Nurse Delegation, NAR maintenance, TB, Food Handlers card, and other clinical-specific training programs.
• Promotional opportunities and a career track.
• Holiday pay at time and one-half for hours worked on a holiday.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED