Direct Support Professional (Adults)

Albertina Kerr; Forest Grove (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training program

100% paid medical/dental/vision plans

Paid holidays and generous PTO

Job summary

Albertina Kerr in Forest Grove is hiring compassionate aides to support adults with disabilities in group-home settings. You will assist with medications, meals, personal care, mobility, and daily living activities, while following Behavior Support Plans and safeguarding rights.

This role emphasizes respectful communication, flexibility, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Weekend availability is preferred. Paid training and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• Ability to lift, push and pull 50 pounds.
• Knows basic cooking skills.
• Knows basic cleaning skills.
• Willing to be flexible and learn new skills.
• Must meet background and driving requirements, with a valid driver's license.
• Weekend availability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Positively influence the lives of people, helping them to live their best life.
• Provide high-quality personal care.
• Assist people served in the community and during home visits.
• Drives motor vehicles to transport people we serve and run errands.
• Communicate professionally with family, medical professionals, and others.
• Learn and follow Behavior Support Plans for people we support.
• Observe and respond to concerns regarding general health and specific conditions.
• Perform nursing tasks as trained and assigned by a Nurse.

Skills

Great social skills

Flexibility

Weekend availability

Physical ability 50 lbs

Basic cooking

Basic cleaning

Driver's license

Professional communication

Job description

Help people with disabilities build skills and experience to live their best lives! At Albertina Kerr, we believe that all people thrive in nurturing and inclusive communities. Our mission is to empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental health challenges to lead self-determined lives in their communities. Are you inspired to take an active role in supporting adults with disabilities? At Kerr's adult group homes, we support and empower individuals with the goal of helping them thrive as they lead self-determined lives within their communities. Every person is unique, so job duties vary. Each day, you'll support adults in being successful in what they want to do. Common tasks involve help with medications, cooking, dressing, personal hygiene and cleaning. Make a positive impact by providing skill building and guidance. Together, let's create a bright future for people with disabilities.In this role, you will...

• Positively influence the lives of people, helping them to live their best life.
• Provide high-quality personal care.
• Connect with people important to the person to provide the best support
• Ensure the rights of all people served are recognized, respected, promoted, and upheld.
• Assist the people served in the community, on home visits, and on trips.
• Drives motor vehicles to transport people we serve, run errands, or other business as assigned.
• Communicate professionally with family members, community members, medical professionals, and others.
• Learn and follow Behavior Support Plans for people we support.
• Perform nursing tasks as trained and assigned by a Nurse.
• Observe and respond to concerns regarding general health and specific conditions.
• Monitor and track vital signs, weight, sleep, mood, etc.
• Although assigned to a primary group home, support may be needed at other group homes.
• Other duties as assigned or needed.

Benefits

• Paid 2-week training program to teach you the skills you need
• 100% paid medical/dental/vision plans
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off

Qualifications Qualifications

• At least 18 years old
• Great social skills
• Ability to lift, push and pull 50 pounds
• Knows basic cooking skills and willing to learn new recipes
• Knows basic cleaning skills
• Willing to be flexible and learn new skills
• Preference for applicants who can work at least one weekend day.
• Ability to meet background check, and reference check requirements, and organization's driving requirements of having a current and valid driver's license and no more than two driving infractions in the last two years.