Caregiver (DSP) - Supported Living Specialist

UCP Oregon; Portland (OR); On-site; Full time

Job summary

UCP Oregon is seeking a Supported Living Specialist to empower adults with developmental disabilities. This full-time role entails assisting clients in their daily activities and promoting their independence within a fun and supportive environment. Candidates should have a strong desire to help others, along with a high school diploma, and a reliable vehicle.

Benefits

3 weeks paid time off, increasing with service

11 paid holidays off per year

401k retirement plan with employer match

Great medical, vision, and prescription coverage

Mileage reimbursement

Partial cell phone reimbursement

Fun, casual work environment

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver's license.
• Reliable personal vehicle and insurance required.
• Experience in developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist adults with developmental disabilities in daily living activities.
• Support clients in making their own choices and learning new skills.
• Provide personal care and assist with medication administration.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Caregiver (DSP) - Supported Living Specialist

Caregiver (DSP) - Supported Living Specialist

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Are you looking for a chance to make a difference every day? Would you like to work one-on-one with people who experience developmental disabilities?

If so, UCP Oregon might have the perfect job for you! At UCP, we get to know our clients' life goals and supports utilizing a person-centered approach. We empower them to develop their self-advocacy abilities because we believe in the power of assisting the folks we serve to make informed and independent choices, develop deeper connections within the community, and achieve personal goals. Our dedicated staff provide exceptional care and services making our person-centered mission worth sharing. In addition, our work culture is progressive, casual, open door, and fun.

We're currently seeking a "Supported Living Specialist" who will help adults who experience developmental disabilities to live independently in their own houses and apartments. You'll get to help them make their own choices, learn awesome new skills, and do fun activities in the community. Some folks will need help with chores, and others will need assistance with personal care such as showering and medication administration. You'll work one-on-one, so you'll have the time to build real relationships.

You will work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday (8 to 9 hours per day, generally between the hours of 8am to 6pm). If you work a 9-hour day a couple days per week, you will be scheduled to work fewer hours other days during the same week.

• Note: You will be on-call for 35 days per year. When you are on-call, you will be paid overtime pay for hours worked over 40 hours per week
  
  

This is a great job for people who want to gain experience in the fields of social services, social justice, non-profits, and healthcare... and for anyone who's looking for a long-term career. Be proud of where you work! Come join UCP Oregon.

To Apply:

• It's easy to apply! Click the "Apply for this job" button below.
• 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
• Find out more about UCP Oregon at: http://www.ucpaorwa.org/
  
  

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Be able to transport clients in your car: 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
• Be able to pass a reference check, a physical with a lifting test of 50lbs, and a criminal history background check.
• Experience in developmental disability field preferred but not required
  
  

Benefits

• $20.52 per hour.
• Eligible for overtime pay for hours worked over 40 hours per week
• 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 incrementally to 4 weeks after 5 years of service
• 11 paid holidays off per year
• 401k retirement plan with up to 4% employer match
• Mileage reimbursement
• Partial cell phone reimbursement ($10 per month)
• Fun, casual work environment, with lots of opportunities for advancement and growth, at one of the top-ranked non-profits in Oregon
  
  

Posted: 6/24/2025

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