Caregiver (DSP) - Happy, Friendly Man

UCP Oregon; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UCP Oregon seeks a Personal Assistant to support a man with developmental disabilities in his daily life. Responsibilities include grocery shopping, cooking, and attending medical appointments. This role offers a chance to make a meaningful difference in someone's life while working in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Vacation pay

401k retirement plan with employer match

Medical, vision, and prescription coverage

3 weeks of paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Qualifications

• Experience in the developmental disability field preferred, but not required.
• Able to pass pre-hiring screenings, including a physical with a lifting test of 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Support a man with developmental disabilities in daily activities.
• Assist with grocery shopping, cooking, and attending medical appointments.

Skills

Attention

Respect

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Are you looking for an awesome job where you get to make a difference every day? If so, UCP Oregon might have the perfect job for you!

UCP Oregon is an exciting and empowering place to work. We help adults who experience developmental disabilities to live the life of their dreams—whether that’s living independently, working in a great job, or pursuing their interests and hobbies.

We’re currently seeking a caregiver “Personal Assistant” who will support a man who lives in his own condo in Gresham and experiences developmental disabilities. He is a happy, friendly, and jovial person who loves art, music, and volunteering. He is eager to work with a Personal Assistant who is attentive and respectful.

You will go grocery shopping and to the food bank. You will work together on household chores, cooking, and attending medical appointments. He needs assistance with taking medications, managing his diet, and using adaptive equipment.

You’ll work two shift per week totaling 42 hours: Friday 8a - 8p and Sunday 2p to Monday 8p.

• You’ll also work your regular hours on Agency holidays for all schedules.
  
  

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UCP Oregon is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and actively seeks applicants from diverse backgrounds. UCP considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, military/veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. We encourage BIPOC, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people who experience disabilities to apply.

Requirements

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High school diploma or GED.

Be able to pass our pre-hiring screenings, including a reference check, a physical with a lifting test of 50lbs, and a criminal history background check.

Driving on the job is optional—if choosing to drive for UCP, you must be at least 18 years old, have a current driver’s license, a reliable personal vehicle, at least two years of driving experience, auto insurance, and a clean driving record.

Experience in the developmental disability field preferred, but not required.

Benefits

$18.00 per hour. Annual wage increase based on satisfactory performance.

Eligible for overtime pay for hours worked over 40 hours per week.

Vacation pay (double pay for the first 12 hours of any agency vacation shift that you work).

Great medical, vision, prescription, and alternative care coverage (including massage therapy and naturopathy) for employee, spouse/domestic partner, and children.

3 weeks of paid time off, rising to 4 weeks after 5 years of service at UCP.

401k retirement plan with up to 4% employer match.

Mileage reimbursement if choosing to drive for UCP.

Fun, casual work environment, with lots of opportunities for advancement and growth, at one of the top-ranked non-profits in Oregon.

Re-posted: 4/17/2025

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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  Other

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  Hospitals and Health Care and Consumer Services

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