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WA - DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP) / BEHAVIORAL SUPPORT - REF2640Y
Tacoma, WAAt Dungarvin, we are more than a provider of support services-we're a mission-driven team rooted in respect, inclusion, and person-centered care. Since 1976, we've been dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including those with mental health, behavioral, or complex medical needs.
Our mission is simple but powerful: respecting and responding to the choices of people in need of supports. This mission guides everything we do-from creating individualized service plans to building strong partnerships with families, teams, and communities.
As a Dungarvin employee, you'll be at the heart of that mission. You'll help people live meaningful lives on their own terms-supporting their goals, honoring their choices, and empowering their independence.
With services in 17 states, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference-one person, one voice, one choice at a time.
Company Description
At Dungarvin, 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 - providing person-centered supports that allow individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or complex medical needs to live as independently as possible.
Our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference, and we encourage you to embrace this opportunity to impact someone’s life!
Wage: $19.65 per hour (this wage includes an enhanced rate specific to employees working directly at the Complex Needs Program)Full Range Scale: $19.65 - $21.90
Hours / Shift / Schedule Requirements:
- MUST BE FLEXIBLE - unable to adjust schedules based on applicant's current employment
- Full-Time and Part-time schedules available
Company Perks / 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 based on eligibility requirements
- PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
- PTO Donation
- Growth and Development Opportunities
- Employee Referral Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- National Brand Discounts
- Tapcheck- early pay access
- PAID training and orientation
Job Description
- Personal care and hygiene tasks
- Monitor health needs, including medications, special diets, and notify supervisor of any outstanding needs
- Shopping and meal preparation
- Planning outings and activities in the community
- Perform housekeeping and laundry duties, including cleaning, organizing, maintaining a safe and tidy living environment, and washing, drying, folding, and putting away clothes and linens.
- Setting goals and learning new skills and hobbies
- Assist in developing positive behavior supports by providing feedback about individual's preferences
- Participate in the formulation and implementation of individual treatment plans including data collection, report-writing participation in treatment team meeting and carrying out treatment team recommendations
- Provide Lift and Transfer assistance (may include non-ambulatory individuals) requiring ability to carry and maneuver up to 50 or more pounds of unbalanced weight
- Building healthy habits and relationships
- Supporting positive behavior and boundaries
- Maintaining well-being and safety by following plans and reporting guidelines
Qualifications
- 6 months of experience working with people who have developmental disabilities
- Experience using de-escalation techniques (preferred)
- Willing to be actively engaged and creative with ideas for outings and engagement in the home
- Experience working as RBT or paraeducator (preferred)
- Excellent written and verbal English language skills
- 18+ years or older
- Preferred NAR, HCA, Nurse Delegation, CNA, NAC
Additional Information
At Dungarvin, diversity and inclusion are a part of what makes our organization strong. Together, we can continue to work towards an inclusive culture that supports our employees and persons served. Dungarvin is an equal opportunity employer.
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