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Direct Support Professional (Pierce County)

Service Alternatives
Tacoma, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/14/2026 CLOSED ON 10/14/2026

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**42 Years of Advancing Potential**

Are you a people person? Apply now.

As a Direct Support Professional, you will help adults with developmental disabilities live a full and meaningful life. You will be helping our clients learn life skills, while supporting them to live in their own homes- and to thrive as valued members of their community.

No experience required: we will provide all the training you need
* See full Job Description attached

Starting Wage: $21.45-22.45
Locations: Tacoma

We are looking for Part Time and On Call Direct Support Professional's (DSP) in our Adult Residential Services in the Tacoma area. 



Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Have a clear criminal history and pass a background check
  • Be at least 18 or older

Licensing and Certifications: 

  • Currently have or within 30 days of being hired CPR/First Aid license (Paid by SA)
  • Current driver license, car, and car insurance.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Current NAR (1st year paid by SA)
  • Current 75-hour certification (Long-Term Care Worker) or exemption letter.

Benefits:
PayActiv: Real time access to earned wages

401(k), 401(k) Matching, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Schedule, Paid Time Off

*See attached "at a glance" for more information*

Service Alternatives is:

We are a values-driven human services company making an impact since 1983. We align our vision, mission and values in the operations of our business. Our Vision, Mission, Values and DEIB Statement can be found here: Vision, Mission, Values and DEIB

SA is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.


6a-2p Sunday and Monday
2p-10p Sunday and Monday
10p-6a Sunday and Monday

Relief staff:
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday.

Salary : $21 - $22

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