Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

Dungarvin • Olympia, WA

109d • $20 - $22

About The Position

At Dungarvin Support Living, 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, working alongside them to provide person centered supports that allow people to live independently as possible. You'll work directly with people in need of assistance, and/or living with intellectual or developmental disabilities, or other complex medical needs. With services in 15 states, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference—one person, one voice, one choice at a time. We encourage you to embrace this opportunity to impact someone's life.

Requirements

• Be 18+ years or older.
• Must have a Valid Drivers License.
• 1 year of caregiving experience (preferred).
• Good communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members.

Responsibilities

• Enrich and support the lives of our residents while maintaining a safe and healthy environment.
• Follow all support plans to ensure that care is person centered, which includes helping individuals reach their goals and overcome behavioral challenges.
• Provide verbal assistance, partial and/or full physical assistance, and perform personal care tasks as needed, which may include dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, and eating.
• Maintain cleanliness of the home and meal preparation.
• Handle and de-escalate inappropriate behavior from the individuals such as verbal and/or physical aggression.
• Provide transportation and assist the individual(s) in the community such as appointments, shopping and personal outings.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities