Area Relief Direct Support Professional (AR DSP)

Community Access Services•The Dalles, OR

13d

About The Position

Community Access Services is hiring an Area Relief Direct Support Professional (AR DSP) to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across multiple programs in Wasco County. The AR DSP is assigned to locations where coverage is needed and must be willing to work at different sites, across day, swing, and overnight shifts, and on weekends. Schedules and work locations vary based on program needs. The AR DSP provides individualized care and support in line with each person’s needs, goals, preferences, and support plan. The role promotes independence, dignity, safety, and quality of life through daily living assistance, community participation, skill development, medication support, accurate documentation, and collaboration with the individual’s support network. The position pays $25.75 per hour and offers a $1,000 hiring bonus, paid training, ongoing professional development, and career growth opportunities. The company describes its management team as collaborative and supportive.

Requirements

Experience in a direct care role and working with individuals with disabilities is required.
Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or GED required.
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company-approved driver requirements.
Ability to pass a national background check.
Strong reliability and willingness to work across multiple locations as needed.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds and assist with mobility support as needed.
Willingness to complete required training and follow established safety procedures and individualized support plans.
Must be willing and able to adjust to varying schedules, locations, and support environments, including day, swing, and overnight shifts and weekends.

Responsibilities

Assist with personal care, hygiene, dressing, meal preparation, and household activities as needed.
Support individuals’ participation in recreational activities, social events, community outings, and personal interests.
Help individuals build practical skills, pursue personal goals, and develop confidence and independence.
Encourage self-advocacy, informed choice, dignity, and individual decision-making.
Provide medication assistance or administration in accordance with training, authorization, and established procedures.
Accurately record services, observe changes in well-being, and report incidents according to established procedures.
Work professionally with coworkers, supervisors, families, and other members of an individual’s support network, as appropriate.
Maintain professional boundaries and help create a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment.
Provide coverage across multiple programs and locations, and work varying shifts and weekends as program needs require.
Follow required training, safety procedures, and individualized support plans.

Benefits

$1,000 hiring bonus, paid half after 2 months and the remainder after 4 months of employment.
Paid training and ongoing professional development.
Career growth and advancement opportunities.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Employer coverage of up to 80% of employee medical premiums and 60% of dependent medical premiums.
Coverage of 100% of employee dental premiums and 60% of dependent dental premiums.
Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) of up to $2,000 per year.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) with employer contribution of up to $500 per year.
Company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
Free Hepatitis B vaccination series.
Optional accident and critical illness insurance, plus pet insurance.
Paid time off (PTO), sick leave, and paid holidays.
Predictable scheduling to help balance work and personal commitments.
403(b) retirement plan with a 3% company contribution after the qualifying period.
On-demand pay.
Employee referral bonuses.
Free CPR and First Aid training.
Free medication administration training.
Free safety and emergency preparedness training.
Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including up to three free counseling sessions, legal consultations, and financial coaching.