Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Behavioral Support in Tacoma, WA

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Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Behavioral Support

  • quick2hire
  • Posted 2 weeks ago
  • Location: Tacoma, WA, 98422
  • Salary: $19 - $21 per hourly

Job Overview

  • Published On: Aug 3, 2026
  • Application Due: Sep 2, 2026
  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Work Term: Contract
  • Language: english
  • Views: 2

Company Overview

  • Employer: quick2hire
  • Location: Tacoma, WA, US

Job Description

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.

    #EMWIJ

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  • Job Details

    • Work arrangement: in office
    • Work hours: Not specified
    • Salary range: $19.00 - $21.00
    • Postal code: 98422

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