Direct Support Professional Gresham & Surrounding Area
About the Role
At Out of the Box Solutions, you're not just filling a shift—you're helping someone live a more independent and fulfilling life. We are a person-centered agency, meaning every individual we support is treated with respect, dignity, and a plan built around their goals.
As a DSP, you'll work one-on-one with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (ID/DD), supporting daily routines, community involvement, and personal goals in a way that is engaging, respectful, and empowering.
Why People Choose This Role
- Consistent, meaningful one-on-one work
- Flexible scheduling that fits your life
- Supportive team that has your back
- The opportunity to truly make an impact every day
Responsibilities
- Support daily routines (cooking, cleaning, personal care with the client)
- Help clients get into the community and stay engaged
- Follow care plans and goals
- Communicate with families and your team
- Complete notes and documentation
- Ensure safety and well-being at all times
Qualifications
- Dependable and shows up
- Positive attitude and flexible mindset
- Strong communication skills
- Comfortable working independently
Current Clients Needing Additional Support
Client 1: Female | 13yrs | 97080
Schedule: Friday–Sunday (times T.B.D.)
Likes: Libraries, crafts, especially crochet
Needs: The client is very high masking. She wants to get comfortable with someone by spending time with them. She will need someone patient and understanding of that. She is looking for someone that meets her enthusiasm with things and high energy, someone that is closer to her age (must be 18 or older)
Client 2: Female | 10yrs | 97030
Schedule: TBD – open depending on DSPS
Likes: Loves going on walks, going out to eat, loves to be talked to, loves listening to music, mostly 90s boy bands, does not like salad
Needs: Supports with toileting, that is active and enjoys being outdoors, can work with reinforcing of boundaries and redirecting when needed to complete tasks. Someone with their own transportation, and must be patient.
Client 3: Male | 22yrs old | 97060
Schedule: Thursday from 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Likes: Enjoys cooking, likes feeling independent, maintaining connections with friends, and is interested in singing, like 1975s songs
Needs: Total assistance with all activities of daily living, client uses wheelchair and must be comfortable and able to lift and assist with mobility and transfers, help with personal care, and help with meal prep and dressing, and general ADLS and IADLS
Requirements
- 18+ years old
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1+ year of caregiving or related experience
- Valid driver's license, insurance, and reliable transportation
- Smartphone required
- Must be able to successfully pass all state-required background checks and meet all ODDS employment eligibility requirements
- CPR/First Aid/AED (or willing to obtain)
Pay & Benefits
- $24.00/hour
- Flexible schedule
- Health & dental insurance
- No-cost health plan (15+ hrs/week), including:
- $25,000 life insurance
- $2,000 accidental coverage
- Virtual care options for dependents
- Whole Life Insurance (Voluntary benefit)
- Time off Policy
- Next-day Pay (options)
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Paid training (Subject to variation)