Direct Support Professional - Flexible Hours & Benefits

North-Star-Oregon-LLC; Astoria (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plan Choices

401(k) with Match

Paid Training

Flexible Scheduling

Optional Overtime

Competitive pay

Job summary

North Star Oregon LLC is seeking compassionate and dependable Direct Support Professionals to improve lives in residential, community, and day programs across Clatsop County, Oregon. DSPs support individuals with I/DD, help build independence, and contribute to meaningful daily activities, with flexible schedules and growth opportunities.

The role offers competitive pay of $25.00–$26.00 per hour, paid training, optional overtime, health plan choices, and a 401(k) with match.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Successfully complete an ODHS-approved background check.
• Not be excluded from federally funded health care programs.
• Read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with individuals, families, guardians, coworkers, health care professionals, and case management teams.
• Maintain confidentiality, professional boundaries, and respectful communication in all settings.
• Remain calm and respond appropriately during emergencies, behavioral incidents, medical events, and other unexpected situations.
• Use a smartphone or electronic device for communication, scheduling, timekeeping, and service documentation.
• Be physically able to perform the essential functions of the assigned position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Hold a valid driver's license when transportation is an assigned job duty.
• Maintain current CPR and First Aid certification, or complete agency-provided certification after hire at no cost.
• Prior experience supporting individuals with I/DD or working in a caregiving role is helpful, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support with ADLs including hygiene, dressing, mobility, meals.
• Support participation in community-based activities, recreational outings, appointments, and skill-building opportunities.
• Promote and respect individual choice, dignity, privacy, independence, and self-determination.
• Support the development of social, communication, and independent living skills according to each person's support plan.
• Assist with medication support and documentation in accordance with physician orders, individual plans, agency policies, and applicable regulations.
• Complete required electronic documentation accurately and on time.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment while following agency policies and safety protocols.
• Collaborate respectfully with individuals, families, guardians, coworkers, case managers, and other members of the support team.
• Remain calm and respond appropriately during emergencies, medical events, behavioral incidents, and other unexpected situations.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Empathetic

Team player

Job description

North Star Oregon LLC is seeking compassionate and dependable Direct Support Professionals to improve lives in residential, community, and day programs across Clatsop County, Oregon. DSPs support individuals with I/DD, help build independence, and contribute to meaningful daily activities, with flexible schedules and growth opportunities.

The role offers competitive pay of $25.00–$26.00 per hour, paid training, optional overtime, health plan choices, and a 401(k) with match.