Direct Support Professional (DSP) Lane County

Direct Care DSP | Life Skills Caregiver | Lane 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 Lane 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 442:   Teenage female in Eugene who needs reminders for personal hygiene and appropriate topics. Needs support at track meets and dance lessons and help with reading. What the schedule might look like: Monday 3:30pm-8pm, Tuesday-Friday 3:30pm-6pm and occasional Saturdays Customer 451:   Adolescent male in Springfield who needs assistance with emotional regulation, personal hygiene and daily activities. Needs constant supervision to avoid elopement. Very high energy! What the schedule might look like: Every other Saturday/Sunday 10am-3pm and Wednesday 1pm-6pm     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–$25 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…