Dungarvin
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Direct Support Professional / Youth Caregiver

Pay
$18 per hour
Location
Tacoma, WA
Listed
7 days ago

What You'll Do

As a Youth DSP, you'll be a mentor, coach, and role model who leads person-centered activities that helps kids:

  • Learn everyday life skills
  • Build confidence and independence
  • Participate in school, home, and community routines and activities
  • Discover their strengths and celebrate their progress

In addition you will

  • Teach and role-model life skills to promote independence
  • Provide supervision, coaching, and encouragement
  • Assist with routines such as meal prep, personal care, and medication administration
  • Implement positive behavior supports and de-escalate challenging behaviors when needed.
  • Perform housekeeping and laundry duties
  • Create a safe, positive, and supportive environment

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Must be 21 years of age or older
  • Must have a high school diploma, transcript, or GED
  • 6+ months of professional work experience supporting vulnerable populations required (ex. caregiver, nanny, paraeducator, direct support professional, etc.)
  • 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.
  • Valid driver's license (due to transporting persons served)
  • Must be able to attend three weeks of paid training Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

Company Perks/Benefits

  • Wage: $18.00 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

Additional Information

  • #EMWIJ
  • 11/2

Who we are

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!

Read the original posting

From Dungarvin's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 3, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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Common questions

What is the salary for the Direct Support Professional / Youth Caregiver role at Dungarvin?

The Direct Support Professional / Youth Caregiver posting at Dungarvin states compensation of $18 per hour. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Dungarvin's official career site.

Where is the Direct Support Professional / Youth Caregiver job at Dungarvin located?

This Direct Support Professional / Youth Caregiver position at Dungarvin is located in Tacoma, WA. Always check Dungarvin's application page for specific state eligibility or relocation policies.

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