Direct Support Professional (Adults)

Albertina Kerr; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2-week training program

100% paid health/dental/vision

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Job summary

Albertina Kerr in Oregon is seeking compassionate caregivers to help adults with disabilities live self-determined lives. In this role you'll provide personal care, assist with daily living activities, and support health and safety in group home settings.

Responsibilities include following Behavior Support Plans, coordinating with families and medical staff, lifting and transporting as needed, and contributing to a positive, inclusive community. Weekend availability is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Willing to be flexible and learn new skills.
• Basic cooking and cleaning skills.
• Preference for applicants able to work at least one weekend day.
• Must meet background check and driving requirement checks.

Responsibilities

• Positively influence the lives of people, helping them to live their best life.
• Provide high-quality personal care.
• Connect with families and medical professionals to coordinate support.
• Follow Behavior Support Plans as trained.
• Observe health concerns and report them as needed.
• Transport clients for community activities or appointments.

Skills

Social skills

Lift 50 lbs

Cooking basics

Cleaning basics

Flexible learner

Weekend availability

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

• 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.