Direct Support Professional (Pierce County)
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Service Alternatives
Tacoma, WA, US
Summary
Empower adults with developmental disabilities by supporting them in developing essential life skills and maintaining independence in their homes. Encourage active participation in the community to help individuals thrive.
Job Description
*42 Years of Advancing Potential**
Are you a people person? Apply now.
As a Direct Support Professional, you will play a vital role in empowering adults with developmental disabilities to live full, meaningful lives. You'll support individuals in developing essential life skills, help them maintain independence in their own homes, and encourage their active participation as valued members of the community. Your work will not only make a difference—it will help others thrive.
No experience required: we will provide all the training you need
* See full Job Description attached
Starting Wage: $21.45-22.45
Program: 040
Locations: Tacoma
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Have a clear criminal history and pass a background check
- Be at least 18 or older
Licensing and Certifications:
- Currently have or within 30 days of being hired CPR/First Aid license (paid by SA)
- Current driver license, car, and car insurance.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Current NAR (1st year paid by SA)
- Current 75-hour certification (Long-Term Care Worker) or exemption letter.
Benefits:
PayActiv: Real time access to earned wages
401(k), 401(k) Matching, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Schedule, Paid Time Off
*See attached "at a glance" for more information*
Service Alternatives is:
We are a values-driven human services company making an impact since 1983. We align our vision, mission and values in the operations of our business. Our Vision, Mission, Values and DEIB Statement can be found here: Vision, Mission, Values and DEIB
SA is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.
Sunday Monday 2-10pm
Sunday-Thursday 10p-6a
Relief position
Service Alternatives is a multi-faceted human services agency with a clear vision and strong values. We support individuals and families of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities and provide a spectrum of services that include employment services, residential services, wraparound/kinship services, foster care, school-based services, independent living support, consultation and training.
We at Service Alternatives are committed to advancing the potential of our communities, customers and ourselves through exceptional service. This vision defines our purpose and is at the heart of our business.
We also have a strong set of guiding core values through which we think, act and operate our business in order to successfully carry out our vision. We believe our core values only have strength and credibility as they are embodied in our day to day work.
Integrity:
We believe in doing the right things for the right reasons. We believe our words and actions should be one. We believe in grounding our relationships in honesty and trust.
Excellence:
We believe our work and behavior should meet and exceed the highest standards.
Customer Service:
We believe in building strong partnerships with our customers. We believe in providing service that surpasses our customer's expectations.
Employee Satisfaction:
We believe in creating a company where employees have meaningful work, opportunities for growth, a chance to participate in decision making, and comprehensive benefit packages.
Fiscal Responsibility:
We believe in being responsible stewards of our resources. We believe in sharing a portion of the company's profit with all employees.
Community:
We believe in building strong communities. We actively support each individual and family with whom we work to participate and contribute to their communities in meaningful ways.
Founded
1983
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Coupeville, Washington
Service Alternatives is a multi-faceted human services agency with a clear vision and strong values. We support individuals and families of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities and provide a spectrum of services that include employment services, residential services, wraparound/kinship services, foster care, school-based services, independent living support, consultation and training.
We at Service Alternatives are committed to advancing the potential of our communities, customers and ourselves through exceptional service. This vision defines our purpose and is at the heart of our business.
We also have a strong set of guiding core values through which we think, act and operate our business in order to successfully carry out our vision. We believe our core values only have strength and credibility as they are embodied in our day to day work.
Integrity:
We believe in doing the right things for the right reasons. We believe our words and actions should be one. We believe in grounding our relationships in honesty and trust.
Excellence:
We believe our work and behavior should meet and exceed the highest standards.
Customer Service:
We believe in building strong partnerships with our customers. We believe in providing service that surpasses our customer's expectations.
Employee Satisfaction:
We believe in creating a company where employees have meaningful work, opportunities for growth, a chance to participate in decision making, and comprehensive benefit packages.
Fiscal Responsibility:
We believe in being responsible stewards of our resources. We believe in sharing a portion of the company's profit with all employees.
Community:
We believe in building strong communities. We actively support each individual and family with whom we work to participate and contribute to their communities in meaningful ways.
Founded
1983
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Coupeville, Washington