Part-time Caregiver/DSP ($23-$24hr ) #AC0143 Kangaroo Care Beaverton, OR Job Details Part-time $23 - $24 an hour 8 hours ago Benefits Paid training Mileage reimbursement Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Flexible schedule Qualifications Serving Assisting with ADLs Math Meal preparation Meal assistance Full Job Description Seeking an experienced and dependable Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide one-on-one support for a 11 year old boy in Beaverton. Approximately 8 hours per week. He is smart, a quick learner, fun loving, friendly and funny kid, and good at math. He is full of energy and loves going to school, socializing, listening to music, coloring, and dancing to his favorite songs. He needs support with communication, community outings, toileting (mostly prompting), emotional regulation, and building ADL skills. They are looking for a DSP who can engage him in fun activities and games while helping him with social cues and situations. The ideal DSP is fun-loving, organized, reliable, and able to keep him on a routine with good communication. Experience working with behaviors is a plus. There are no pets or smoking in the home.

Schedule:

Monday & Wednesday from 3pm-7pm Some flexibility Approximately 8 hours per week Candidate Must have- Communication skills requiring patience and understanding Ability to provide occasional assistance with daily tasks About us Kangaroo Care is a small business in Portland, OR. We are professional, customer-centric, and supportive. Our goal is to provide individuals with developmental disabilities personalized support that will help them thrive at home and in the community. Visit our website for more information at www.kangaroocarehelp.com . Or watch this video on what a DSP does and the personal rewards it offers to help others from ODHS.

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//youtu.be/WT3tcbbreLg As a Kangaroo Caregiver, you will provide in home assistance with activities of daily living (ADL's) to support and maximize our client's quality of life. Kangaroo Care delivers the training and resources to give our caregivers top-quality skills in a meaningful work environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Help plan and assist in preparing some meals, including serving, if necessary Assist with dressing, grooming Assist in daily living activities and needs Participate in life enriching activities A caregiver may assist with medication reminders Complete required shift notes and scheduling via our caregiver app Maintain client confidentiality Record and report changes in client's physical condition, behavior, or appearance

Pay:

$23.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Flexible schedule Health insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Paid training

Work Location:

In person