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Bi-Weekly Live In Direct Support Professional

Dungarvin

Tacoma, WA • 9/4/2026

Job Description

Job Description
Company Description

Who we are:

Welcome toDungarvinSupported Living, formerly known asAacres.

At Dungarvin, we are more than a provider of support serviceswe’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!

Company Perks/Benefits:

  • Wage: $17.50/hour(The rate of pay and pay scale provided for this position are based on title and geographical location)Full Range Scale: $17.50-$19.50.
  • Schedule 7days on/ 7days off
  • Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for eligible employees
  • Supplemental Insurance
  • Flex Spending and HSA Accountsfor eligible employees
  • Pet Insurance
  • Life Insurancefor eligible employees
  • 401 K plan with up to 3% employer matchfor eligible employees
  • PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
  • Growth and Development Opportunities
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • National Brand Discounts
  • Tapcheck- earlypayaccess
  • PAID training and orientation
Job Description

What You GetToDo:

The DSP (caregiver)is responsible forproviding direct support, hands-oninstruction,assistance, and positive direction to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD)in a manner that ensures their health, safety, successful achievement of serviceobjectives, and personal goals.

The live-in model allows for structure in a client's home environment. Our Live-in model is a 7 day on/7 day off schedule. You willbe requiredto live in the individuals' home-on location and will be paid 16 hours a day (minus any unpaid break time). Live-inDSPswork approximately two weeks per month and earn full-time pay plus overtime! Bi-weekly compensation will be for 105 hours (25hoursof which are paid at a rate of time and a half). You will also be paid for any interrupted sleep time, if applicable.Live-inDSPsare also provided with a weekly food budget during yourweek on. You will receiveone7-hour break during your scheduled shift.

**All off time must be spent off location - the individual’s home cannot be your primary residence**

  • Enrich and support the lives of our residents whilemaintaininga safe and healthy environment
  • Provide companionship and personalized care while encouraging independence and self-care.
  • Assistwith activities of daily living, including dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, and eating.
  • Prepare meals and snacks.
  • Perform light housekeeping and laundry duties.
  • Provide mobility and transferassistance, which mayinclude usingmechanical lift devices.
  • Implement positive behavior supports and de-escalate challenging behaviors when needed.
  • Other duties as assigned
Qualifications

What Makes You a Great Fit:

  • Valid driver's license(due to transporting persons served)
  • Ability to live in the home for 7 days
  • Ability to leave the home for 7 days
  • Be 18+ Years Old
  • Have a High School Diploma or GED
  • 1 year of caregiving experience supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities highly preferred
  • Goodcommunication is key in this role. You’ll rely on your reading, writing, andcommunication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members


Additional Information

We believe in supporting not only those we serve but also each other, ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment for all. Dungarvin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any legally protected status per federal and/or state law.

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