Bi-Weekly Live In Direct Support Professional

Tacoma, WA, USA

Full-time

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.

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!

Company Perks/Benefits: 

• Wage: $17.50/hour (The rate of pay and pay scale provided for this position are based on title and geographical location) Full Range Scale: $17.50-$19.50.

• Schedule 7days on/ 7days off

• 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.      

The live-in model allows for structure in a client's home environment. Our Live-in model is a 7 day on/7 day off schedule. You will be required to live in the individuals' home-on location and will be paid 16 hours a day (minus any unpaid break time). Live-in DSPs work approximately two weeks per month and earn full-time pay plus overtime! Bi-weekly compensation will be for 105 hours (25 hours of which are paid at a rate of time and a half). You will also be paid for any interrupted sleep time, if applicable. Live-in DSPs are also provided with a weekly food budget during your week on. You will receive one 7-hour break during your scheduled shift. 

All off time must be spent off location - the individual’s home cannot be your primary residence  

• 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     

Qualifications

What Makes You a Great Fit: 

• Valid US. Driver's License

• Ability to live in the home for 7 days

• Ability to leave the home for 7 days

• Be 18+ Years Old

• Have a High School Diploma or GED

• 1 year of caregiving experience supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities highly preferred

• 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

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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