Direct Support Professional (After School Mentor)

Almost Family; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay $22-$24/hr

Part Time Only

Hiring Bonus

Referral Bonus

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance

24/7 On Call Assistance. No Answering…

Flexible Scheduling

Roth IRA Retirement Plan

We handle all eXPRS Billing

Paid Training

Job summary

Almost Family in Bend, Oregon is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals to assist clients aged 3-17 after school, 3pm-7pm, Monday to Friday. You will help with ADLs and promote independence in a warm, supportive home setting.

This role offers $22-$24 per hour, part-time hours, paid training, benefits including health insurance and PTO, plus bonuses and IRA options.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years of age.
• Able to pass a background check.
• 1+ years experience providing support for an I/DD individual and/or family member.

Responsibilities

• Provide help with activities of daily living (ADLs) including physical and emotional support, integrated healthcare recommendations and support, behavioral interventions, and communication support.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and foster positive self-esteem.
• Provide assistance with general housekeeping and home management.
• Assist with aspects of personal care and hygiene (including showering/bathing, toileting and changing incontinence briefs).

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Flexible

Patient

Job description

Almost Family is looking for caring and compassionate staff to become part of our family. Become a Support, a Guide and a Mentor!

About Us: We're a locally owned & operated business and our administrative team has over 30+ years of combined experience making us leaders in care, communication, and compassion for our community.

Job Summary: We are seeking compassionate, reliable and flexible Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our team in providing support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As a DSP, you will assist clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and helping them achieve personal goals in a safe and supportive environment. DSP's must be patient, dependable and passionate about making a positive impact in others' lives.

This position is specifically designated to work with clients (ages 3-17) in the afternoon, Mondays-Fridays from 3pm-7pm. You will most likely be picking up your client from school to begin the support.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Pay $22-$24/hr
• Part Time Only
• Hiring Bonus
• Referral Bonus
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health Insurance
• 24/7 On Call Assistance. No Answering Service!
• We offer Flexible Scheduling (candidates with open availability are preferred)
• Roth IRA Retirement Plan
• We handle all eXPRS Billing
• Paid Training

Responsibilities:

• Provide help with activities of daily living (ADLs) including but not limited to: physical and emotional support, integrated healthcare recommendations and support, behavioral interventions, and communication support
• Develop and maintain client relationships and foster positive self-esteem
• Provide assistance with general housekeeping and home management
• Assist with aspects of personal care and hygiene (including showering/bathing, toileting and changing incontinence briefs)

Requirements:

• Must be 18+ years of age
• Able to pass a background check
• 1+ years experience providing support for an I/DD individual and/or family member (personal experience is considered)
• Have a valid driver's license, valid auto insurance and reliable transportation