Direct Support Professional
- Location
- McMinnville
- Workplace
- On-site
- Employment
- Full-time
About this role
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Location: McMinnville, Oregon (On-site / Community-based)
Employment Type: Full-time (Weekends, Evenings, Daytime)
Salary: $19.00/hour
Date Posted: November 11, 2026
Location: McMinnville, Oregon (On-site / Community-based)
Employment Type: Full-time (Weekends, Evenings, Daytime)
Salary: $19.00/hour
Date Posted: November 11, 2026
About the Role
Clarvida is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide compassionate, person-centered care and skills training to individuals with developmental disabilities and/or cognitive health challenges. In this role, you will help individuals live safely, build independence, and engage meaningfully in their communities while following individualized support plans.
This position is hands-on and relationship-driven, focused on promoting dignity, safety, and quality of life through daily support, skill-building, and consistent care.
Responsibilities
● Provide direct care, support, and skills training to individuals served
● Foster positive, respectful relationships with individuals and team members
● Ensure safety and maintain a clean, supportive living environment
● Assist with self-administration of medications (with proper training)
● Support daily living activities including hygiene, meals, and routines
● Perform light housekeeping, laundry, bed making, and cleaning
● Assist with meal planning, grocery shopping, meal preparation, feeding, and cleanup
● Accompany individuals to approved appointments and errands (approved drivers only)
● Support social skill development and community integration
● Follow individualized support plans and program guidelines
● Maintain accurate and timely documentation
● Foster positive, respectful relationships with individuals and team members
● Ensure safety and maintain a clean, supportive living environment
● Assist with self-administration of medications (with proper training)
● Support daily living activities including hygiene, meals, and routines
● Perform light housekeeping, laundry, bed making, and cleaning
● Assist with meal planning, grocery shopping, meal preparation, feeding, and cleanup
● Accompany individuals to approved appointments and errands (approved drivers only)
● Support social skill development and community integration
● Follow individualized support plans and program guidelines
● Maintain accurate and timely documentation
Requirements
● High School Diploma or GED
● Valid Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record
● Ability to meet physical requirements of the role, including lifting up to 50 lbs
● Ability to pass state and federal background checks
● Valid Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record
● Ability to meet physical requirements of the role, including lifting up to 50 lbs
● Ability to pass state and federal background checks
Compensation & Benefits
Full-Time Employees
● Competitive pay at $19.00/hour
● Paid vacation days that increase with tenure
● Separate sick leave that rolls over annually
● Up to 10 paid holidays
● Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
● DailyPay – access earned wages before payday
● Training, development, and continuing education credits
● Paid vacation days that increase with tenure
● Separate sick leave that rolls over annually
● Up to 10 paid holidays
● Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
● DailyPay – access earned wages before payday
● Training, development, and continuing education credits
All Employees
● 401(k)
● Free licensure supervision
● Pet insurance
● Employee Assistance Program
● National discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
● Mileage reimbursement
● Cell phone stipend
● Free licensure supervision
● Pet insurance
● Employee Assistance Program
● National discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
● Mileage reimbursement
● Cell phone stipend
*Benefit availability may vary by state/county.
Work Location
On-site and community-based settings (Oregon)
Employment Type
Full-time
How to Apply
If you are compassionate, dependable, and passionate about supporting individuals in building independence and community connections, we encourage you to apply for the Direct Support Professional role with Clarvida.
Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Learn more: www.clarvida.com/mission-vision-and-values
See other opportunities: www.clarvida.com/working-at-clarvida
See other opportunities: www.clarvida.com/working-at-clarvida
Equal Opportunity Statement
Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category.
Keywords
direct support professional Oregon, DSP jobs Oregon, developmental disabilities support OR, community support professional Oregon, residential support services OR, Clarvida careers
Disclaimer
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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