Direct Support Professional / Youth Caregiver

Company Perks/Benefits

• Wage: $18 /hour (the rate of pay and pay scale provided for this position are based on title and geographical location)

• Full Range Scale $18.00 - $20.05 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

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.

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.

Qualifications

• 6 months of professional work experience supporting vulnerable populations required (ex. 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

• 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

• 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.