Caregiver (DSP) - Cool, Young Man (NW Portland)

UCP Oregon•Portland, OR

11h•Onsite

About The Position

UCP Oregon is seeking a caregiver, also referred to as a Personal Assistant, to support a young man with developmental disabilities who lives independently in his own apartment in NW Portland. He is active and has interests in screenwriting, comic books, coffee, video games, and visiting Powell's bookstore. The role involves assisting him with daily living activities such as medication and meal preparation, household chores, bathing, and dressing. Additionally, the caregiver will provide life coaching and support during moments of anxiety. Driving is not a requirement, but street parking is available if the caregiver chooses to drive. The client lives near public transit lines. The position offers two shifts per week totaling 27 hours, with an option for an additional 3-hour shift. Agency holidays are worked, and holiday pay is provided.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Ability to pass pre-hiring screenings, including a reference check, a physical with a lifting test of 50lbs, and a criminal history background check
If choosing to drive for UCP: at least 18 years old, have a current driver’s license, a reliable personal vehicle, at least two years of driving experience, auto insurance, and a clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the mental health or developmental disability field

Responsibilities

Prepare medication and meals
Perform household chores
Assist with bathing and dressing
Provide life coaching
Talk the client through situations when experiencing anxiety

Benefits

Annual wage increase based on satisfactory performance
Eligible for overtime pay for hours worked over 40 hours per week
Holiday pay (double pay for the first 12 hours of any agency holiday shift)
Mileage reimbursement if driving for UCP
401k retirement plan with up to a 4% employer match
Fun, casual work environment
Opportunities for advancement and growth
Great medical, vision, prescription, and alternative care coverage (including massage therapy and naturopathy) for employee, spouse/domestic partner, and children (for those working 30-40 hours/week)
3 weeks of paid time off per year rising to 4 weeks after 5 years of service at UCP (for those working 30-40 hours/week)
2 weeks of paid time off per year (for those working 20-29 hours/week)