Direct Support Professional (DSP) | Grand Ronde, OR
About Empowered Services
Empowered Services provides one-on-one, in-home and community-based support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) deliver hands-on caregiver support, including Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), personal care, and health-related services, helping individuals live more independently and stay connected to their communities. Our mission is simple: Empowering Lives to Grow Big People—through compassionate, person-centered care.
Position Overview
We are hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver to provide 1:1 in-home care in the Grand Ronde area. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable with hands-on caregiving, medical support, and consistent routines.
This is a great opportunity for candidates with experience in:
- Caregiving
- CNA or home health
- Behavioral health or developmental disabilities
- Entry-level healthcare (training provided)
What You’ll Do
In this role, you will:
- Provide personal care and ADL support (bathing, dressing, hygiene, toileting)
- Assist with mobility, transfers, and physical support
- Support medication administration and tube feeding
- Monitor for and respond to seizure activity with calm, attentive care
- Build a consistent, trusting relationship
- Encourage engagement through music, art, and play-based activities
- Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment
- Document care and communicate with the support team
About the Individual
You’ll be supporting an individual who:
- Enjoys music, creative activities, and interactive engagement
- Communicates non-verbally
- Thrives with routine, predictability, and simple choices
- Requires hands-on physical and medical support
- May experience seizures, requiring attentive and responsive care
This role is best suited for someone who is patient, observant, and calm under pressure, with a strong interest in caregiving or healthcare careers.
Schedule
- Tuesday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
- Sunday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM (flexible up to 4:00 PM)
Pay & Benefits
- $23–$25 per hour (based on experience)
- Full-time (30+ hrs/week) eligible for:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
Qualifications
Required:
- 18+ years old
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid driver’s license & reliable transportation
- Current auto insurance
- Ability to pass a background check
- Comfortable with
hands-on personal care and medical support
Preferred:
- Experience as a caregiver, DSP, CNA, or home health aide
- Experience with IDD, autism, or behavioral support
- CPR/First Aid certification
Why Join Empowered Services?
- Consistent 1:1 caregiver assignments
- Supportive, team-based environment
- Meaningful work in home health and human services
- Great entry point into healthcare, nursing, or therapy careers
Apply Today
If you're a reliable, compassionate caregiver looking for a meaningful role in Grand Ronde, Oregon, we’d love to hear from you. Join our team and make a real impact as a Direct Support Professional (DSP).