Direct Support Professional

Redwood Family Care Network
Everett, WA
Category Social Services
Job Description
Role Overview

Direct Support Professionals assist adults with developmental disabilities in their daily lives, providing support with care, hygiene, and community integration. They must be familiar with Residential Service Guidelines and provide instruction and support services as described in the participants' Individual Instruction and Support Plan (IISP).

What You Will Do

The role involves assisting with daily needs, including personal hygiene, food preparation, house cleaning, shopping, and monitoring of health needs. The professional must also interact with participants, provide informal counseling, and problem-solve with participants.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a passion for making a positive impact in the lives of others and share the company's Mission, Vision, and Core Values. They must be willing to transport clients in their own vehicle and have a valid driver's license.

Requirements

  • Diabetes Delegation Required
  • CNA Preferred
  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older
  • Minimum Experience: Personal experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities with challenging behaviors strongly preferred
  • Minimum Driving Experience: Must have a valid in-state driver's license and be able to provide current car insurance

Benefits

  • Full-Time
  • Comprehensive benefits options including; medical, dental, vision, life, STD, LTD, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident insurance
  • HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA
  • EAP (Employee assistance program)
  • Employee discount program
  • PTO (Paid time off)
  • Dayforce Wallet Daily Pay
  • Pre-Tax 401(k)
  • After-Tax Roth
  • Tuition discount through Capella University
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