Direct Support Professional Oregon City and Surrounding Areas

Out of the Box Solutions stands as a paragon of excellence in delivering person-centered support for in-home and community-based services. Founded on the principles of person-centered care, integrity, and unwavering commitment to quality, our organization provides unparalleled support to transform the lives of children and adults with disabilities through comprehensive and innovative solutions.

About the role

Our exceptional Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) engage one-on-one with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (ID/DD), adhering to personalized support plans and goals. They create vibrant and secure environments where individuals can thrive, supporting them in daily life skills, fostering community interactions, expanding social networks, and orchestrating engaging outings—all while ensuring the experience remains enjoyable and empowering.

Personal traits we are looking for: dependable, flexible, fun, and awesome communication skills.

The work of a Direct Support Worker is directed by a plan of care developed by the Oregon Department of Human Services. The direct support worker follows the individual service plan for each individual.

Responsibilities

• Deliver training, support, and assistance to clients in the areas of personal care, recreation and leisure, daily living skills, social skills, health needs, personal preferences, exercising of individual rights, community integration, and behavior management.
• Participate in the implementation and monitoring of the client’s individualized support plan. Your observations and opinions are crucial to tailoring an achievable plan.
• Accurately complete required documentation including but not limited to clocking in and out, weekly progress notes, and communication with the family of the client and the office staff.
• Ensure clients' health and safety at all times, including but not limited to prevention of abuse, performing CPR, performing Standard First Aid, and addressing other client needs.
• Work directly with the client/family to ensure the goals of the client are being met and worked toward.
• Assist with cooking, cleaning, medication assistance, scheduling, attending medical appointments, shopping, and more.
• Support skill development as defined in the individual’s service plan.
• Document progress notes with each shift.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of previous experience in personal support (required).
• Experience transporting individuals (for clients 18 years and older).
• Certification in CPR/First Aid upon being hired.
• Overall competency in working under pressure.
• Experience in providing general care and support.
• Knowledge of home care services.
• Proficient in written and oral communication.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Must successfully pass all state-required background checks and meet all ODDS employment eligibility requirements.
• Understand requirements of maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding individual information.
• Literate and capable of understanding written and oral orders.
• Able to communicate with individuals, healthcare providers, case managers, and others.
• Able to respond to emergency situations at all times services are being delivered.
• Valid Driver’s License, Auto Insurance, and reliable transportation in compliance with the laws of the Department of Motor Vehicles (proof and copies required).
• Must have a smartphone.

Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $24.00
• Comprehensive Health and Dental Insurance.
• Exclusive No Cost Health Plan for DSPs (working more than 15 hours weekly), including:
  • $25,000 life insurance coverage
  • $2,000 accidental coverage
  • Virtual Health Insurance Options for Dependents
• Whole Life insurance (voluntary benefit).
• Time off Policy.
• Next Day pay (options).
• Flexible Work Schedule.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Paid for 24 hours of annual training (subject to variation).
• Bi-Monthly Pay on the 10th and the 25th.

A prescreen survey will be sent for you to complete once you have applied for this position. It comes from noreply@hireology.com.