Direct Support Professional (DSP) Clackamas County

Direct Care DSP | Life Skills Caregiver | Clackamas County

About Empowered Services

Empowered Services provides one-on-one in-home and community-based support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our focus is to hire and train Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to help people build independence, maintain routines, and stay connected to their communities in meaningful ways.

Role Overview

We are hiring an entry-level Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide consistent, structured care for individuals of all ages in the Yamhill County area. (No prior DSP experience required – paid training provided.)

This role centers around:

Supporting daily routines and household structure

Assisting with community-based activities and errands

Encouraging independence while maintaining clear expectations

Behavioral support

Emotional regulation

Crisis support

This is a strong fit for someone who is consistent, patient, and confident maintaining boundaries in a supportive way .

Here are some examples of the current customers that are available:

Customer 232: Adolescent male in Lake Oswego that needs assistance with clear communication and structured transitions. Monitor for physical aggression towards siblings, self harm when upset and redirecting verbal aggression. Your schedule may look like: Monday-Friday 3pm to 7pm and every other weekend for 4-6 hour shifts each day

Customer 335: Teenage male who needs assistance with getting ready for school in the mornings. Customer does well with structure and benefits from someone who can keep him on task so he can be on time to school. Schedule may look like Monday-Friday 6:45am-8:30am.

What You’ll Do

Support daily living routines (meals, hygiene, organization)

Assist with community access (shopping, errands, outings)

Provide emotional regulation support using calm, structured approaches

Maintain clear boundaries and consistent expectations

Assist with household upkeep and organization

Encourage independence and personal responsibility

Communicate updates with care teams and complete required documentation

Help maintain a safe, predictable, and respectful environment

Compensation & Benefits

$23–$26 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)

Paid training

Flexible schedule based upon the customers needs

Full-time employees (30+ hours/week) may be eligible for:

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match (3% Match)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications:

Must be 18 years or older

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Current auto insurance (meeting state requirements)

Ability to pass a background check (not all records are disqualifying)

Comfortable supporting personal care needs

Preferred:

Experience in caregiving, DSP, behavioral support, or IDD roles

Experience supporting individuals with I/DD

Strong communication and boundary-setting skills

CPR/First Aid certification

Why This Role Stands Out

Consistent full-time schedule

Structured, routine-based support (not chaotic care)

Strong opportunity to build a long-term, stable working relationship

Supportive team and clear expectations

Meaningful work focused on independence and growth

Apply Today: If you are dependable, structured, and comfortable providing calm, consistent support with clear boundaries , we encourage you to apply for this Direct Support Professional (DSP) position.