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Employment Consultant / Direct Support Professional (DSP)
You Are Seen | Spokane County, WA
$21–$23/hour | Full-Time | Flexible Schedule | Some evenings/weekends
At You Are Seen, we believe every person should be seen for their abilities, not defined by their disabilities. We support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) to build independence, meaningful relationships, community connections, and employment opportunities.
About the Role
We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and motivated professional to provide person-centered support, employment coaching, and community inclusion. You will help individuals identify their strengths and goals, develop job and life skills, connect with employers and community activities, and achieve greater independence.
Key Responsibilities
- Support individuals with daily routines, community participation, and personal goals.
- Conduct career discovery and help identify meaningful employment opportunities.
- Develop relationships with local employers, organizations, and community partners.
- Provide job coaching, on-site training, and individualized support.
- Encourage independence, self-advocacy, friendships, and natural supports.
- Communicate respectfully with individuals, families, employers, and care teams.
- Maintain accurate documentation, progress notes, and service records.
- Adapt quickly to changing schedules, transportation, or individual needs.
- Protect each person’s dignity, privacy, rights, and confidentiality.
What We’re Looking For
- Compassionate, patient, and dependable.
- Strong communicator and problem-solver.
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
- Passionate about inclusion, independence, and helping others reach their goals.
- Previous disability services, DSP, or job-coaching experience preferred but not required.
- Valid Washington driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
- Ability to pass required background checks and complete agency/state training.
Why Join You Are Seen?
- Meaningful, person-centered work
- $21–$23/hour
- Paid training
- Flexible scheduling
- Growth and development opportunities
Join You Are Seen and help people build skills, find meaningful work, connect with their communities, and live the lives they choose.
Please apply directly from our website https://www.you-are-seen.org/
Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $23