Direct Support Professional/Job Coach
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OREGON EMPLOYMENT DEPARTMENT
Klamath Falls, OR (In Person)
Full-Time
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Job Description
Job Listing ID:
4451646Job Title:
Direct Support Professional/Job Coach Application Deadline:
Open Until FilledJob Location:
Klamath FallsDate Posted:
04/13/2026Hours Worked Per Week:
35Shift:
Day Shift, Swing Shift Duration of Job:
Full Time, more than 6 months You may contact this employer directly. (Obtain the contact information to print or add to your jobs.)Job Summary:
Required:
- Minimum 18 years of age
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Possess and maintain valid driver's license, and insured vehicle that meets minimum State of Oregon insurance requirements
- Pre-employment Background Check
- Basic computer skills
- Use cloud-based software programs
Preferred:
- 1 year experience delivering direct support services to people with disabilities or direct care services either in classroom, place of employment, day care, medical, or residential settings
- Current CPR/First Aid Certifications or obtain within 30 days of hire
- Core Competency & Training Certifications for Employment Professionals or obtain within 60 days of hire
Summary:
The Job Coach is a direct support professional (DSP) and is responsible for a variety of duties related to the support and overall care of individuals with disabilities who are working or exploring work in the community. A Job Coach helps people learn their job, communicate with coworkers or explore community jobs. They can really make a difference in the life of someone by supporting them to learn the skills for the job and interact with their supervisors and coworkers. Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) can make a difference in the life of someone by supporting daily life skills, encourage community interactions, build a social network, go on outings, and have a great time while getting paid to do so. This could include direct support of program specific requirements and implementation of:- Vocational support plan with identified limitations
- Individual Support Plans (ISP), Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSP)
- Individual goals
Work Location:
Work is performed at various locations in the community based on customer needs.Pay and Hours:
- Starting wage: $15.05 plus per hour DOE
- Mileage and hourly pay to/from all work/client locations
- Paid time for all assignments
- Monthly phone stipend
- Work hours vary and are generally 32-40 hours per week
- Must be willing to work morning, afternoon or evening shift along with weekend availability
- Schedules vary based on need
Job Classification:
Personal Care Aides Access our statewide or regional occupation report for more information about wages, employment outlooks, skills, training programs, related occupations, and more. Licenses/CertificationsPreferred:
CPR Certification First Aid Certification Driver License InformationRequired:
Non-Commercial Drivers License CompensationSalary:
$15.75 per Hour Depending on ExperienceBenefits Offered:
Dental, Vision, Vacation, Sick Leave, Retirement Job RequirementsExperience Required:
NoneEducation Required:
High School Diploma/GEDMinimum Age:
18Gender:
N/AEmployer Will Perform:
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