Job description

We are currently only hiring for schedules that include a weekend shift.

About us

Puget Sound Regional Services (PSRS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide long term community based supported living services to individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. We are connecting people with their communities.

Whether you have experience in the disability field, or are interested in acquiring new skills, we seek those who are committed to providing quality support, with a willingness to learn, and desire to make a positive impact!

Not sure if Supported Living is for you? Learn more about Direct Support Professionals, here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LvDbtcOAVlU
In this video you will gain knowledge of what it means to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. PSRS is proud to say that one of our own DSP’s was nominated and won the 2021 Direct Support Professional of the Year! Adam has great things to say about Supported Living that connect directly to PSRS – ‘you’re out there with the person and they’re living their life and they make their own direction. Then you come in for support whenever it is needed. Whether that’s something they don’t have the ability to do that you can help them with. Or, better yet, teach them to gain that skill.’ Another DSP states, ‘I love how fun it is’. A Direct Support Professional is there to provide support when it is needed, assisting individuals to gain the knowledge and skills they need to be more independent. You are gaining a professional connection, engaging in activities, providing guidance, and simply being there for the individuals that need you.

Hiring Bonus! $250.00

• Starting wage is $20.00 per hour
• Wage scale is $20.00- $23.85 per hour

Schedules: Full time and Part time schedules available

Shifts: 6am-6pm, 6pm-6am (variations of these shifts are available: 8, 10, 12, and 16 hour shifts between the hours of 6am-10pm and 6pm-10am)

Location: Sites in Renton, Kent, Maple Valley, Covington, Federal Way, SeaTac, and Seattle

(NO LOCATIONS IN TACOMA)

All staff must be able and willing to work at or transfer to any of our sites (client’s homes) in Renton, Kent, Covington, Maple Valley, SeaTac, Federal Way, and Seattle.

What do you need? (Requirements and Qualifications)

• Covid19 immunization is required in order to obtain employment with our organization
• Willingness to be properly fit-tested for an N95 mask (modifying your facial hair for a proper fit testing may be required)
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Over the age of 18 years old
• Valid WA driver’s license, auto insurance, clean driving record, and reliable vehicle
• Availability to work at least one weekend shift consistently each week
• Able to push, pull, and lift 50 lbs. or more, walk long distances (4 or more miles consecutively), and climb 6 flights of stairs consecutively
• Able to pass a fingerprint background check permitting unsupervised access to vulnerable adults
• Able to read, write, and communicate in English or American Sign Language (ASL)
• Administer medication to clients as directed by agency nurses
• Attend mandatory meetings and trainings that may occur outside your normal schedule
• Able and willing to be licensed by the Department of Health (and maintain good standing)
• Can effectively manage stressful situations responsibly
• Strong commitment to reliability

What we have to offer: (Benefits)

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full time employees (30+ hours/week).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)- Available 24/7 and covers employees, spouses, domestic partners, and children up to age 26. The EAP is a resource to help you when you’re facing issues that interfere with your health, well-being, and productivity at home or at work.
• 403(b) retirement plan with discretionary matching.
• Paid Time Off- Starts accruing the 1st day after 90th day of employment, accrual rates depend on employee’s length of service:
• Employed 2 years or less: 0.56 hours/40 hours worked (approx.3.62 days/year for FT employee)
• Employed 2- 4 years: 1.5 hours/40 hours worked (approx. 8.12 days/year for FT employee)
• Employed 5+ years: 1.71 hours/40 hours worked (approx. 11.12 days/year for FT employee)
• Paid Sick Leave- Accrues immediately, available for use on the 90th day of employment. Accrual rate for all employees is 1 hour per 30 hours worked.
• 8 paid holidays- receive holiday pay (time and a half) when working on identified holiday.
• Bereavement pay- paid time off to grieve and heal due to the passing of a family member. List of family members is defined.
• Sign-on bonus- $250.00 after completing 6 months of employment.
• Referral bonus- Refer a new employee, bonus received when referred employee completes 6 months of employment.
• Full time referral (30+ hours/week): $250.00 bonus
• Part time referral (0-29 hours/week): $125.00 bonus
• Paid trainings- CPR/1st Aid, Bloodborne Pathogens, Nurse Delegation Core, 75-hour certificate (issued once 5-hour Orientation and Safety, 40-Hour Core Basic, and 30 hours Population Specific is completed), Continuing Education, and any additional PSRS identified trainings.
• Paid license- Initial application and annual renewal of Nursing Assistant- Registered or Nursing Assistant – Certified.
• Discretionary bonus opportunities

What will you do? (Job Duties) – including but not limited to:

• Mentor and advocate
• Develop relationships
• Connect clients to their community
• Assist with activities of daily living
• Make phone calls, drive clients to appointments, attend meetings and events, etc.
• Follow health, safety and behavioral support plans
• Attend trainings and meetings to increase your knowledge in your position
• Be compassionate, patient, encouraging, and professional at all times
• Help clean and tidy home for the individuals to create a safe and comfortable environment
• Other duties as assigned

How to apply!

Reply to this ad or stop by our Renton Administrative office to apply in person!

149 Park Avenue North

Renton, WA 98057

Want more information?

Visit our website www.gopsrs.org

**PSRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion or national origin, creed, marital status, age, income level, veteran status or disability.

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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $23.85 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Signing bonus

COVID-19 considerations:
To keep our staff and clients safe during this time we have personal protective equipment and procedures in place. The health and safety of our staff and clients is our number one priority.

Work Location: In person

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