Direct Support Professional – Volunteers of America Western Washington – Mount Vernon, WA

Program: Disability Services – Skagit County

Locations: Mount Vernon, Burlington

Volunteers of America Western Washington is seeking compassionate and dedicated employees who care about social justice and desire to make a difference in others’ lives by enhancing every aspect of the lives of adults with disabilities. Come be a part of what we do and make a difference every day!

STARTING WAGE – $14.75+ per HOUR; SIGNING BONUS – up to $400; PAID TRAINING + BENEFITS:

MEDICAL, DENTAL, PAID TIME OFF; 403(B) MATCHING; FLEX SPENDING ACCOUNT and more….

Direct Support Professionals provide support and training to the Disability Services program clients in a residential setting by assisting them with daily activities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or GED

– Experience in caregiving and/or working with people with disabilities preferred

· English language skills required

· Basic computer and Internet skills required

· Washington State driver’s license is strongly preferred

· Must be able to pass background check

Volunteers of America provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital status, color, creed, religion, national origin, disability, disability or status as veteran or special disabled veteran, use of trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability. We are in accordance with applicable federal laws and in compliance with the Americans with Disability Act, to include HIV Aids and other communicable diseases covered under the Act. Additionally, the agency complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $14.75 – $17.25 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Signing bonus

COVID-19 considerations:
We provide all PPE supplies and follow WA State guidelines to keep employees safe.

Experience:

• caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
• developmental disability: 1 year (Preferred)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location:

• One location

Pay Frequency:

• Bi weekly or Twice monthly

Company’s website:

• www.voaww.org

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply

Work Remotely: