I/DD Residential Direct Support Professional (Caregiver)

Shifts for this full time position:

Sunday:

2pm-10pm

Monday:

12pm-8pm

Tuesday:

12pm-8pm

Wednesday:

6am-2pm

Thursday:

12pm-8pm Can I pick up extra shifts? Yes! Up & Out offers On Call shifts as needed, with multiple shifts available a week. What are the Responsibilities of a DSP (Direct Support Professional)? DSPs support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) by providing them with safe living environments, helping them with daily tasks, and teaching them life skills.

This could include:

Assisting in meal preparation and follow menus. Maintaining a sanitary environment. Evaluating and documenting client progress. Administering client medication treatments, per agency policy. Attending to client medical needs. Utilizing a basic knowledge of behavior management. What are the requirements to become a DSP? No direct caregiving experience is required. A sincere desire to work with adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) is the most critical qualification. Ability to communicate and work positively with adults with I/DD and their families, other community members and program staff. Must be literate and capable of understanding written and verbal orders. Must have the ability to stay calm in stressful situations and be able to respond in emergency situations at all times. Must be 18 years or older and eligible to work in the United States. Must consent to and pass a criminal background check. Benefits Overview Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Coverage after 60 days in eligible positions Student Loan Forgiveness Program Training and certification program Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Retirement Savings Plan:

401(k) Paid Time Off, increases with tenure Up and Out, Inc. is a longstanding Portland agency whose mission is to provide community integrated services and residential options that will assist individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities to move into and maintain individualized living situations in their own homes as valued, productive, unique and successful members of their community. Equal Opportunity Employer Up & Out, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Pay:

$22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Paid time off Referral program

Experience:

Direct Support in

Residential Setting:

1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

In person