What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Bothell/Kirkland/Bellevue/Issaquah position at ALPHA SUPPORTED LIVING SERVICES?
Who we are
We are Alpha Supported Living Services, a non-profit organization, we provide residential and community-based services to adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Our primary objective at Alpha is to enhance the quality of life for each of our clients by aiding them in learning, personal development, and fostering increased independence. Since 1974, we've been dedicated to offering supported living, group home, community inclusion, and representative payee services, expanding our reach across King, Snohomish, and Spokane counties in Washington State. At Alpha, our commitment lies in treating every client with utmost dignity and respect while also valuing and nurturing the abilities of our employees to foster their professional growth.
Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Program Supervisor, Direct Support Professionals are responsible for providing support to program participants that meets their needs, provides opportunities for community integration and creates a nurturing, safe and healthful living environment. At all times, Direct Support Professionals will seek to act in accord with the principles and values expressed in the guidelines and uphold the agency mission “to serve individuals with developmental disabilities by providing accessible residential and other support services that will maximize each person’s quality of life.” Direct Support Professionals will work the shift assigned by the Program Supervisor or the Site Supervisor.
Day-to-Day
- Interact with clients and provide informal counseling; support client in problem solving challenges
- Support day-to-day needs including; personal hygiene, food preparation, house keeping, shopping, monitor health needs, and supervision of medication
- Assist participants with accessing community outings of client's choosing
Operate agency vehicle to transport clients or assist with transportation needed
Medication records
Vital signs
Who we are looking for
Job Requirements
Starting Wage :
All DSPs will start between $21.00 - $21.50 per hour depending on location.
Wage Scale :
21.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits :
Benefits for Full-Time Employees (30 hours or more a week) include Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) (non-profit version of a 401(k)) with company match, Life Insurance, Tuition Savings Program, and Tuition Reimbursement. Employees working 34 or more hours a week are eligible for PTO accrual.
Please note : As of 10-18-21 all workers in Long-Term Care are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 per WA state mandate.
Salary : $21 - $26
