Compassionate Caregiver / Direct Support Professional (BE)
Job Description
Job Description
Do you feel called to make a real difference in someone’s life? At The Arc of Washington County, your natural compassion and desire to help others will be put to powerful use. We’re hiring Direct Support Professionals to provide meaningful, hands-on care to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a supportive home environment.
Care with Purpose. Grow with Heart.
Are you someone who lives to give, loves to help, and leads with compassion? Then you belong with The Arc of Washington County — where caring hearts build meaningful lives.
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you’ll be a vital part of a dedicated team providing total care to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The individuals in this home require full physical support, including safe lift transfers and special diet preparation — and we’ll train you every step of the way.
This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on clinical experience and grow in a supportive, learning-focused environment with a diverse and mission-driven team.
What You'll Do:
- Provide total care including feeding, bathing, mobility assistance, and daily living support
- Safely operate lifts to assist with transfers (training provided)
- Support individuals who follow specialized diets and medical routines
- Offer emotional and relational support that brings dignity and joy to those you serve
- Partner with a diverse and dedicated team in a thoughtful, inclusive learning environment
Why This Role is Right for You:
- Are looking for evening and weekend work (NO day shifts available)
- You care deeply and want your work to matter every day
- You’re looking to gain valuable clinical and caregiving experience
- You thrive in a team that values support, empathy, and learning
- You want to be part of a mission that empowers people to live meaningful lives
Whether you’re starting a career in human services or looking to build your skills in a healthcare-related field, this role is a powerful foundation for your future—and a chance to be someone’s everyday hero.
Requirements:
- Compassionate heart and reliable work ethic
- Willingness to learn and provide full physical care
- Ability to work as part of a collaborative, mission-driven team
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must be 18+
- Valid U.S. driver’s license (held for 2+ years)
- Pass background check, drug screen, physical & ergonomic assessments
- Attend 3 weeks + 2 days of paid New Hire Training (Mon–Fri, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM)
Perks You’ll Love:
- Health, dental & supplemental insurance (shared cost)
- Company-paid life insurance & short-term disability
- 403(b) retirement plan with company match
- 14 days PTO in Year 1 + 7 paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement (up to $4,000/year!)
- Casual dress code & frequent staff appreciation events
- DSP Certification Bonus Program:
Earn $1,500–$2,000 per level — up to $5,250 in Year 1 plus annual bonuses!
Apply today and bring your care to a place where it’s truly needed.
Because at The Arc, helping others isn’t just what we do—it’s who we are.
#BERRY
Company DescriptionSince 1952, The Arc of Washington County has been a mission-driven nonprofit devoted to empowering people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We believe that every person deserves to live a life of dignity, connection, and purpose — and we’re looking for a compassionate employees to help us deliver on that promise.
Company Description
Since 1952, The Arc of Washington County has been a mission-driven nonprofit devoted to empowering people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We believe that every person deserves to live a life of dignity, connection, and purpose — and we’re looking for a compassionate employees to help us deliver on that promise.