Direct Support Professional (DSP) Float Staff
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Job Location:
Tacoma, WA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver Float provides direct care within Supported Living homes in Tacoma/Lakewood and will provide staffing support to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD).
This position requires a dependable candidate who is flexible in their schedule works well independently and has exceptional communication and decision-making skills. Float DSPs are adaptable and will have the necessary skill set to be able to work at multiple homes.
What Youll Do
- Provide client care in a float capacity for schedules emergencies or fill-in assignments at designated supported living homes
- Enrich and support the lives of our residents while maintaining a safe and healthy environment
- Provide companionship and personalized care with respect and dignity while encouraging independence and self-care.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living including dressing bathing grooming toileting and eating.
- Implementing positive behavior supports
- Prepare meals and snacks.
- Light household duties
- Provide mobility and transfer assistance which may include using mechanical lift devices.
- Community activities and outings
- Assist with transportation needs
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications :
- 6 months of DSP/Caregiving experience with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities is required. Experience in Supported Living strongly preferred
- Must have valid drivers license to travel between programs and provide transportation to clients
- Must be able to work flexible hours (days/evenings)
- Must be able and willing to learn different supports from medical to behavioral
- Have a passion to help others
- Works well independently
- Dependable and adaptable
- Excellent communication and decision-making skills
- Able to follow written and verbal instructions
- 18 years of age or older (required)
- Able to attend two weeks of PAID in-house orientation and training
Additional Information :
Dungarvin believes that diversity and inclusion make our organization stronger. Together were working to create a culture that supports our employees and the people we serve. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
Join us in making a positive impact and helping individuals with disabilities lead fulfilling lives. Apply now and be a part of our mission to empower and support our community!
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No
Employment Type :
Part-time
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About Company
At 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 intellectu ... View more
