Urgently Hiring!!

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

About the Company

It is ESL’s mission to assist the individuals in our direct care to reach their true potential beyond anyone’s expectations. ESL grew out of a desire to establish a professional agency based in Eastern Washington to support individuals with mental, physiological, behavioral, physical and/or developmental disabilities, and wanting them to be able to live in their own homes. The entire focus of ESL is to create individual homes that have an environment built specifically for each of our individuals/residents. Our homes are providing individuals with the ability to make their own choices related to living and interacting with others within their home and their communities.

Salary:

Starting Wage $19-20.50/per hour (DOE)

Benefits:

Medical
Dental
Vision
Aflac
Verizon Discount

Job Type:

Full-time
Hourly position

Schedule:

8 Hour Shifts
Day shifts
Swing Shifts
Night Shifts
On Call
Weekends
Holidays
Overtime (available)

Workdays:

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Experience:

DSP, Direct Support Care: 1 year (Preferred)
Caregiving, Direct Patient Care: 1 year (Preferred)
Direct Care Work: 1 year (Preferred)
Nursing Assistant Registered (NAR), NAC, HCA and/or Nurse Delegation (Preferred not required)

Qualifications:

Must be 18 years or older (Required)
Driver's License or Proof of Identification (Required)
Background Check (Required)
High School Diploma, GED or higher (Required)
TB Test (Required)
CPR/1st Aid, BBP, HIV/AIDS certification (Can be obtained within the first 30 days of employment)
Therapeutic Options Right Response (Can be obtained within the first 30 days of employment)
1163 Certificate or Exemption Letter (Preferred but not required)

Job Summary:

The Direct Support Professional is responsible for a variety of duties related to the overall care of individuals with developmental disabilities. The role of a DSP is more than just helping someone with their daily activities, it is assisting someone to live a meaningful life. Direct care is a valuable career that not only changes the lives of the individuals you support, but also changes your life, too! Direct Support Professionals are required to perform all duties in accordance with Excel Supported Living, Inc. policies and procedures, WAC, and RCW.

Job Expectations:

Reliability--good attendance, show-up on time and be prepared
Time management--managing time to complete job duties/daily tasks
People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused
Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative
Communication--communicate effectively and efficiently
Reading, writing, and carrying out directions
Providing companionship and supportive listening
Reporting changes in the health or status of the client
Assisting with Meal Prep for clients
Maintaining patient’s health equipment
Administering medication
Facilitating community and recreational outings, including transportation
Providing support with hobbies, studies, and social activities

Physical Requirements:

Lift 50lbs+

Encouraged Candidates to apply:

A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma
A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education

Urgently Hiring!!

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

COVID-19 considerations:

To keep our employees safe, we provide masks, cleaning products for the homes, and hand sanitizer.

Compensation: $19.00 - $20.50 per hour