Direct Support Professional – Marion County

Starkel Capital Management

. Support daily living routines, including meals, hygiene, and organization .

Posted 10/26/2026part-timeSalem • Oregon • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $23 - $26 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates the ability to provide in-home and community-based support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, focusing on emotional regulation, personal care, and fostering independence. Strong communication and boundary-setting skills are essential for maintaining a safe and respectful environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Experience In CaregivingBehavioral SupportCommunication SkillsCPR/First Aid CertificationSupport For Individuals With I/DD

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Hard Skills

Daily Living SupportHousehold OrganizationCrisis SupportEmotional Regulation SupportDocumentation Completion

Soft Skills

Boundary-Setting SkillsEncouraging IndependenceInterpersonal Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

CPR CertificationFirst Aid Certification

Industry Keywords

Intellectual DisabilitiesDevelopmental DisabilitiesCommunity AccessPersonal Care NeedsDaily Routines

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support daily living routines, including meals, hygiene, and organization
Assist with community access, including shopping, errands, and 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
Provide one-on-one in-home and community-based support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Support daily routines, household structure, community-based activities, errands, behavioral support, emotional regulation, and crisis support

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
Preferred: Experience supporting individuals with I/DD
Preferred: Strong communication and boundary-setting skills
Preferred: CPR/First Aid certification
No prior DSP experience required; paid training provided

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid training
Flexible schedule based upon the customers needs
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (eligible full-time employees working 30+ hours/week)
401(k) with employer match (3% Match) (eligible full-time employees working 30+ hours/week)
Paid Time Off (PTO) (eligible full-time employees working 30+ hours/week)