Direct Support Professional / Youth Caregiver

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.

About the role

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) 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. This role calls for patience, creativity, and dedication. It isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to guide, empower, and make a lasting difference in young lives.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• 6 months of professional work experience supporting vulnerable populations required (e.g., caregiver, nanny, paraeducator, direct support professional, etc.).
• 6 months of volunteer experience may be used in lieu of professional work experience.
• Must be 21 years of age or older per Washington state licensing requirements.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Have a passion to help youth through person-centered care.
• Dependable, adaptable, and flexible.
• Must be able to provide references.
• Able to attend two weeks of PAID in-house orientation and training.

Skills

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.

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 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.

Pay

Full Range Scale $18.00 - $20.05 per hour (starting wage: $18/hour).

We believe in supporting not only those we serve but also each other, ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment for all.