Direct Support Professional (DSP/PSW)

Almost Family, Inc.; Scappoose (OR); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring Bonus

Referral Bonus

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance

Roth IRA Retirement Plan

Flexible Scheduling

Paid Training

Job summary

Almost Family, Inc. is looking for compassionate and reliable Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in Scappoose, Oregon. As a DSP, you will assist clients with daily living activities, empowering them to achieve their personal goals in a supportive environment.

The ideal candidate is flexible with scheduling and has a passion for making a positive impact. Benefits include pay ranging from $22-24/hr, opportunities to transition from part-time to full-time, and a range of perks including health insurance and paid training.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities.
• Provide transportation for appointments and daily activities.
• Develop and maintain client relationships.
• Assist with personal care and hygiene.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliability

Flexibility

Patience

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.

Ideal candidates are open to shifts that may include days, evenings, weekends, and overnights. Paid training is provided.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay $22-24/hr
• Part Time to start, with the potential to build up to a Full Time schedule
• 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
• Provide transportation for appointments and daily activities
• 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)