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WA - DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP) / CAREGIVER - REF1888R
Vancouver, WAAt Dungarvin, we're not just a national company; we're a family of caring, passionate, and dedicated team members working together nationwide to offer top-notch, community-based support. Our mission is simple: We're here to provide exceptional assistance to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including those facing mental health, behavioral, or significant medical challenges.
What sets us apart is our commitment to tailoring our services to fit the unique aspirations, dreams, goals, and needs of each person we serve. We take pride in creating customized solutions that resonate with the individual, all made possible through the support of Medicaid and Community Support Waivers.
Since our humble beginnings in 1976 in the heart of Minnesota, we've grown to extend our reach to fifteen states. Whether through our dedicated field professionals or our corporate roles, we are driven by one core belief:
empowering people with disabilities to unlock their full potential and enhance their quality of life.
Discover how Dungarvin can make a positive difference in your journey or the lives of your loved ones.
Join our nationwide family and let us help you achieve your unique goals and dreams
Company Description
Who we are:
Welcome to Dungarvin Supported Living, formerly known as Aacres.
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.
With services in 15 states, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference. We encourage you to embrace this opportunity to impact someone’s life!
What we have to offer:
- Wage: $20.00/hour (The rate of pay and pay scale provided for this position are based on title and geographical location) Full range scale: $20.00-$22.30
- 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 individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) in a manner that ensures their health, safety, successful achievement of service objectives, and personal goals.
If you are passionate about providing care and are willing to challenge yourself daily to make a positive impact on the lives of those you care for, we want YOU on our team.
- 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
What Makes You a Great Fit:
- Previous experience supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Able to attend two weeks of PAID in-house orientation and training
- Have a passion to help others through person-centered care
- Dependable, adaptable, and flexible
- 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.
Additional Information
Dungarvin believes that diversity and inclusion make our organization stronger. Together, we're working to create a culture that supports our employees and the people we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer.
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