About the role
Compensation: $23-$26
Direct Care DSP | Life Skills Caregiver | Yamhill Co
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 247
Young adult male in Grand Ronde looking for an experienced provider with a medical background for high medical needs and monitoring. Customer is non verbal and uses his eyes to communicate. What the schedule might look like: Sunday 6am-2pm, Tuesday 4pm-2am and Saturday 6am-12pm.
Customer 358
Young adult female in Dundee who needs assistance with transportation around the community. Does well with cues about hygiene and housekeeping. Schedule is Saturdays and Sundays from 6am-8pm.
Customer 193
Adult male in Newberg who needs someone capable of setting strong boundaries. Customer needs assistance with breaking down and processing information. Schedule is Monday through Thursday 9am-4pm.
Customer 423
Adult female in McMinnville who needs assistance with daily tasks. Customer has a feeding tube for nutrition and hydration. Needs assistance with pushing her in a wheelchair. Schedule will start with 2 days per week and work into more hours as customer and provider get to know each other.
Customer 482
Adolescent female in McMinnville who needs assistance with mobility and daily tasks. Customer would benefit from someone who is patient and can be creative with communication styles. Schedule is Monday through Friday 3pm-7pm.
Customer 433
Young adult female in Newberg who needs assistance with daily talks and reminders about hygiene. Customer needs supervision while preparing food in the kitchen and assistance with choosing items while grocery shopping. Your schedule could look like Mondays 2:30pm-8:30pm and Fridays 2pm-8pm.
Customer 242
: Young adult female in Newberg who needs transportation around the community. Customer needs encouragement to stay active, practice with her speech and assistance with meal prep and keeping her space tidy. Your schedule might be Mondays and Wednesdays 9am-3pm.
Customer 459
Customer is an adolescent female in Newberg that would benefit from a DSP that has previous experience with behaviors. Customer is accustomed to her routines and becomes easily dysregulated with change. She will need a DSP who is patient and can explain transitions. Your schedule might be Mondays 3:30pm-6pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:30pm-6pm and Fridays 10am-2pm.
Customer 499
Adolescent male in McMinnville who needs a DSP who can set strong boundaries. Customer is very social and loves being around people. Needs assistance with regulation skills and coping. Your schedule could be Tuesdays and Thursdays 3pm-7pm.
Customer 189
Young adult male who would like a provider to work out with him a few hours a week. Could also provide transportation to his job and his volunteer position. Customer is outgoing and loves to be active. Your schedule could be 2-3 hours per day Monday-Thursday and potentially some overnight relief care hours on the weekends.
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.