Caregiver (DSP) - Substitute (On-Call)

UCP Oregon; Lake Oswego (OR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established nonprofit organization is seeking compassionate individuals to join their Substitute Caregiver team. This role offers the flexibility to choose your own hours while making a meaningful impact in the lives of adults with disabilities and mental health conditions. You'll provide essential support in various aspects of daily living, from community outings to personal hygiene. With training provided and no prior experience required, this is a perfect opportunity for those looking for a rewarding part-time position that fits around other commitments. Join a fun and casual work environment that values growth and advancement!

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Paid sick leave

Mileage reimbursement

Holiday pay

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• No experience required, training will be provided.
• Must pass a physical and background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist adults with disabilities in daily activities.
• Build genuine relationships with customers.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Personal Vehicle

Job description

Are you looking for a flexible job? Do you value providing one-on-one, person-centered supports to adults who experience disabilities and mental health conditions?

If so, UCP Oregon might have the perfect position for you! We’re expanding our Substitute Team and looking to hire several Substitute Caregivers.

As a Sub, you’ll empower adults who experience disabilities and mental health conditions to live independent and fulfilling lives! Our customers are supported in various aspects of their lives, which means you’ll have the opportunity to assist with community outings, household chores, medical supports, and personal hygiene. You’ll work with UCP’s diverse customer-base, building genuine and long-lasting relationships! Our dedicated staff provide exceptional care and services making UCP Oregon a very rewarding place to work!

You’ll have the opportunity to choose the hours and days you would like to work each week. For example, you may choose to work a 3-hour shift, a 24-hour shift, or anything in between. While a consistent schedule is not always guaranteed, we do have daytime, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts available!

This is the perfect opportunity for anyone seeking a position that will accommodate a school schedule, home business, passion project, or simply the need to have a meaningful part-time position with an awesome organization!

Minimum Requirements:

• No experience required—training will be provided.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Be able to pass a physical with a lifting test of 50lbs, reference check, and criminal history background check.
• Drivers preferred—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 mental health field preferred, but not required.

Compensation and Benefits:

• $19.17 per hour. Annual wage increase based on satisfactory performance.
• Eligible for overtime pay for hours worked over 40 hours per week.
• Flexible work schedule (part-time and full-time hours available).
• Holiday pay (double pay for the first 12 hours of any agency holiday shift that you work).
• Paid sick leave.
• Mileage reimbursement if driving for UCP.
• Fun, casual work environment, with lots of opportunities for advancement and growth, at one of the top-ranked non-profits in Oregon.

To Apply:

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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.

Posted: 10/10/2024