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WA - DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL/YOUTH CAREGIVER - PART-TIME - REF4240R
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
Who we are:
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!
Shifts Available:
1. Sat/Sun 8am-2 pm (12 hours/week)
2. Fri/Sat 2pm-10 pm (16 hours/week)
Company Perks/Benefits:
- Wage: $18.00 per hour
- 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
Job Description
What You Get To Do:
The DSP (caregiver) is responsible for providing direct support, hands-on instruction, assistance, and positive direction to children, teens, and young adults (ages 12-21) with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) in a manner that ensures their health, safety, successful achievement of service objectives, and personal goals.
- Enrich and support the lives of our residents while maintaining a safe and healthy environment
- Provide companionship and personalized care while encouraging independence and self-care.
- Assist with activities of daily living, including dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, and eating.
- Prepare meals and snacks.
- Perform light housekeeping and laundry duties.
- Provide mobility and transfer assistance, which may include using mechanical lift devices.
- Implement positive behavior supports and de-escalate challenging behaviors when needed.
- Other duties as assigned
Why This Role:
- Personal fulfillment, a meaningful career, and the chance to make a difference.
- Positively impact someone’s life.
- Gain health care experience to further your career.
Qualifications
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Must have a high school diploma, transcript, or GED
- 6 months of professional work experience supporting vulnerable populations required (ex. caregiver, nanny, paraeducator, direct support professional, etc.)
- Good communication is key in this role. You’ll rely on your reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members.
- Valid driver's license (due to transporting persons served)
- Must be able to attend three weeks of paid training Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
Additional Information
We believe in supporting not only those we serve but also each other, ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment for all. Dungarvin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any legally protected status per federal and/or state law.
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