Direct Support Professional (Pierce County)

Service Alternatives • Tacoma, WA

14h • $21 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Direct Support Professional, you will help adults with developmental disabilities live a full and meaningful life. You will be helping our clients learn life skills, while supporting them to live in their own homes and to thrive as valued members of their community. We are looking for Part Time and On Call Direct Support Professional's (DSP) in our Adult Residential Services in the Tacoma area.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Have a clear criminal history and pass a background check
• Be at least 18 or older
• Currently have or within 30 days of being hired CPR/First Aid license (Paid by SA)
• Current driver license, car, and car insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Current NAR (1st year paid by SA)
• Current 75-hour certification (Long-Term Care Worker) or exemption letter.

Responsibilities

• Help adults with developmental disabilities live a full and meaningful life.
• Help clients learn life skills.
• Support clients to live in their own homes.
• Support clients to thrive as valued members of their community.

Benefits

• PayActiv: Real time access to earned wages
• 401(k)
• 401(k) Matching
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

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