Direct Support Professional - Support Companion

Community Vision, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance

Free Costco Membership

Paid Time Off for Bereavement & Jury Duty

Retirement match & savings program

Confidential mental health support

Job summary

A community-based organization in Portland is seeking full- and part-time Direct Support Professionals to provide individualized care for clients with disabilities. The role involves assisting with daily living activities, supporting clients in making choices, and ensuring their safety. Ideal candidates have experience in this field, are at least 18 years old, possess a high school diploma, and can lift up to 50 lbs. The position offers competitive pay of $21/hr and comprehensive benefits, including medical insurance and PTO.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• One year of experience supporting individual(s) with disabilities.
• Ability to pass a criminal history check.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with activities of daily living.
• Support individuals during emergency situations.
• Complete documentation of work activities.

Skills

Ability to assist with daily living activities

Experience supporting individuals with disabilities

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Driving skills to travel in the metropolitan area

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

$21/hr.

Schedule: See options below

Community Vision is seeking to hire full- and part-time Direct Support Professionals who can naturally connect with others and who value humanity and the dignity of others.

At Community Vision:

• Direct Support Professionals work with one person at a time. Our focus is on highly individualized, person-centered supports. You'll never be responsible for supporting multiple people at one time.
• The individuals we support are in charge. Person-centered services may take longer or require more resources, but we do not make decisions that overpower an individual's right to direct their own life.

Available Schedules (times below are approximate w/in 1-2 hours as listed):

Part-time Openings:

Position 1 (Swings): 20 hrs./wk., Monday-Friday 2p-6p (Downtown) - ($21/hr.)

Full-time Openings:

Position 2 (Days/Overnights):40 hrs/wk., 10p - 6a Wednesdays & Thursdays, 8a-8p Saturdays & Sundays (Rockwood/Gresham) ($21/hr.)

Key aspects of the Direct Support Professional role:

• Assist individuals to make choices and grow their relationships in the community.
• Assist individual with activities of daily living (Dressing, Grooming, Bathing, Eating).
• Support individual with household maintenance (Cleaning, Meal Planning, Meal Preparation).
• Administer medications and treatments.
• Assist individual to plan and get out into the community.
Support the individual during emergency situations.
• Complete all appropriate documentation to verify work activities.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older with a high school diploma or the equivalent.
• One year of experience supporting individual(s) with disability.
• Ability to push, pull, or lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to pass a criminal history check through Oregon Department of Human Services.
• Must not be on the OIG list of excluded individuals and entities.
Driving required for some positions; must be able to travel to various locations in the Portland metropolitan area.

Employee Benefits:

• Overtime available, required
• 100% Employer-paid medical, dental, vision and alternative care (naturopathic, acupuncture, massage, chiropractic, etc.)
• Free Costco Membership
• Free, confidential mental health support
• PTO (120 hours within first year)
• Paid Time Off for Bereavement & Jury Duty
• Disability & Life Insurance
• Retirement match & savings program
• And much more!

Community Vision deeply values diversity and strives to provide an inclusive workplace. This begins with equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws. Community Vision encourages anyone who believes they are qualified for the position to apply.

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