About the role
Compensation: $23-$26/hour
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.