Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Community Access Services•Salem, OR

11d•$22 - $23

About The Position

CAS is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide daily support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is a rewarding, hands-on role offering competitive pay, paid training, and excellent benefits. No prior DSP experience required — we train you. What You’ll Do as a Direct Support Professional: Build supportive, person-centered relationships that promote independence, dignity, and choice Assist with daily living skills, including meal preparation, budgeting, personal hygiene, and household tasks Support individuals with community outings, recreation, appointments, and personal goals Encourage skill-building, confidence, and social connection Follow individualized support plans (full training provided) Administer medications and maintain accurate documentation Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment at all times Serve as a positive role model while advocating for individual needs and preferences What We’re Looking for in a Direct Support Professional: Experience as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), caregiver, or human services professional is a plus, but not required — we provide all training Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED Valid driver’s license and ability to become an approved company driver Ability to pass a national background check Compassionate communicator with strong patience, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and assist individuals with mobility needs Dependable, respectful, and committed to person-centered support Why You’ll Love Working at CAS: Competitive Pay: $21.50–$22.50/hour (based on experience) Free Training: CPR, First Aid, Medication Administration, Safety, Emergency Preparedness, and more! Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance CAS pays up to 80% of employee medical premiums and up to 60% of dependent premiums as well as up to 100% of employee dental premiums and up to 60% of dependent dental premiums! Free Hepatitis B vaccination series Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) with employer contribution up to $500/year Company-paid short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), and life insurance Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) 403(b) retirement plan with 3% company contribution after qualifying period, even if you don’t contribute! Employee referral bonuses On-demand pay And More! Generous Time Off: PTO, sick leave, holidays, and personal days Wellness & Perks: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), accident/critical illness insurance, pet insurance, and more! How to Apply Apply today for immediate consideration! Join CAS as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and make a meaningful difference in your community. Click “Apply Now” to start your rewarding career — no prior experience required, training provided!

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED
Valid driver’s license and ability to become an approved company driver
Ability to pass a national background check
Compassionate communicator with strong patience, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and assist individuals with mobility needs
Dependable, respectful, and committed to person-centered support

Nice To Haves

Experience as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), caregiver, or human services professional is a plus, but not required — we provide all training

Responsibilities

Build supportive, person-centered relationships that promote independence, dignity, and choice
Assist with daily living skills, including meal preparation, budgeting, personal hygiene, and household tasks
Support individuals with community outings, recreation, appointments, and personal goals
Encourage skill-building, confidence, and social connection
Follow individualized support plans (full training provided)
Administer medications and maintain accurate documentation
Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment at all times
Serve as a positive role model while advocating for individual needs and preferences

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
CAS pays up to 80% of employee medical premiums and up to 60% of dependent premiums as well as up to 100% of employee dental premiums and up to 60% of dependent dental premiums!
Free Hepatitis B vaccination series
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) with employer contribution up to $500/year
Company-paid short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), and life insurance
Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
403(b) retirement plan with 3% company contribution after qualifying period, even if you don’t contribute!
Employee referral bonuses
On-demand pay
Generous Time Off: PTO, sick leave, holidays, and personal days
Wellness & Perks: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), accident/critical illness insurance, pet insurance, and more!