Help Individuals Thrive – DSP Positions Open in Clackamas County

Joieful-Connections

Sandy (OR)

On-site

USD 31,684 - 34,440

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee discounts

Employee assistance program

Bonuses

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Joieful-Connections is seeking Direct Support Professionals to empower children and young adults living with intellectual or developmental disabilities. You will help develop life, social, and communication skills through active daily activities such as biking, reading, and games.

Roles available as day and afternoon shifts, with both part-time and full-time possibilities. Requires driver’s license; CPR/First Aid certifications preferred.

Qualifications

Minimum age 18.
Caregiving experience preferred.
Be legally eligible to work in the United States.
English proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking.

Responsibilities

Assist individuals in developing life, social, and communication skills through active daily activities.
Support independence and choice while promoting safety and well-being.
Engage in activities like biking, reading, and games to encourage participation.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Emergency decisions

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Looking for Direct Support Professionals who love to be ACTIVE with the individuals they serve! Do you strive to help promote independence, choice, and create opportunities for children or young adults who live with intellectual or developmental disabilities? Would you like to spend your days developing life, social, and communication skills while enjoying activities like riding bikes, reading, or playing games? If you are anexperienced,reliable, kind, humorous, activeDirect Support Professional that specializes in providing supportive care to children and young adults who are living with intellectual or developmental disabilities, we'd like to hear from you. OfferingW2 employmentwith a starting pay at$23.00 per hour;Joieful Connections offers a competitive wage, promoteswork-life balance, an opportunity to create your own schedule,paid time off,paid holidays, 401K, medical, dental, and vision benefits, employee discounts, employee assistance program, bonuses and more. Currently, we are offering day and afternoon shifts. Candidates must have a driver's license.

Preferred Skills

Patience and understanding withyoung adults and childrenwho are living with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
Experience in building independent living skills such as hygiene, safety, social skills, expressive and receptive communication, meal prep, etc.
Knowledge of home care services.
Proficient in written and verbal communication.
Experience supporting high-risk individuals with behavioral support plans.
OIS Training and Certified (pays at a higher rate).

Direct Support Professional Qualifications:

Be a minimum of 18 years of age
Personal Support: 1 year (Required)
High school or equivalent
Be legally eligible to work in the United States.
English, Reading, Writing, and Spoken (Required)
Be able to pass a background check
Effective communication with families, medical providers, and other support personnel.
Able to make calm decisions and provide support in emergency situations.
Be certified in CPR and First Aid by a recognized training agency within 90 calendar days of employment.
If transporting individuals, have a valid driver's license and vehicle insurance in compliance with the laws of the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Candidates must have a driver's license.
**Must also have a smartphone**