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Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Behavioral Support

  • Tacoma, WA
  • REF2640Y
  • Company: Dungarvin
  • Part-time
  • Entry Level
  • 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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    Benefits

    We provide a workplace that offers:

    All employees are eligible for:

    • Professional development opportunities
    • 401(k) with employer match for eligible employees
    • Paid Time Off

    Full time Employees additionally eligible for:

    • Medical, dental and vision insurance
    • Voluntary supplemental benefits including auto, home and pet insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Pretax options available to help cover out of pocket medical and dependent care expenses