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.