Empowering Adult Direct Support Specialist

Albertina Kerr Centers; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training program

Full benefits

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Albertina Kerr Centers in Portland, OR is seeking compassionate direct-support professionals for our adult group homes. You will help adults with disabilities build daily living skills, provide personal care, assist with meals and hygiene, and support medication management in a respectful, encouraging environment.

Roles are full-time (30+ hours/week) on-site with opportunities to serve within our group home network.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Licensed driver with driving experience.
• Ability to lift, push and pull 50 pounds.
• Basic cooking and cleaning skills.
• Willing to be flexible and learn new skills.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Background check clearance

Driving license

Physical stamina

Team player

Job description

Albertina Kerr Centers in Portland, OR is seeking compassionate direct-support professionals for our adult group homes. You will help adults with disabilities build daily living skills, provide personal care, assist with meals and hygiene, and support medication management in a respectful, encouraging environment.

Roles are full-time (30+ hours/week) on-site with opportunities to serve within our group home network.