Caregiver for 5yr old (1B0314G)

Family Relief Resources • Gresham, OR

10d • $23 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Family Relief Resources is seeking a patient, dependable, and energetic Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide one-on-one support to a 5-year-old boy with autism. Care takes place in the child's home and occasionally in the community. The child enjoys Roblox, Minecraft, and outdoor activities at the park. The caregiver will help him build independence and provide a safe, positive, structured, and engaging environment during his after-school routine. The role requires supporting transitions between activities, recognizing triggers, and responding calmly to occasional aggression using positive behavior supports, redirection, and de-escalation.

DSPs provide individualized care in clients' homes and community settings, with duties varying by client. Support may include teaching independent-living skills such as self-care, behavior management, budgeting, cooking, shopping, and cleaning. Family Relief Resources is not a physical facility; activities take place in clients' homes or in the community.

The schedule is after school on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, with potential for Saturday hours in the future. Employees must track client visits using a smartphone-based timekeeping application with GPS verification, complete progress notes after each shift, and submit a progress report quarterly. The role requires maintaining a set schedule, communicating reliably with the family and agency, and working independently.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Pass a criminal history check.
• Work a minimum of 15 hours per month.
• Obtain CPR and First Aid certification within three months of hire.
• Complete state-required online training courses before hire and within three months of hire.
• Complete 24 hours of continuing education per year.
• Have basic technology skills, including the ability to use a smartphone for timekeeping, reports, and communication.
• Have direct experience working with children and/or adults with varying support needs, including intellectual and/or behavioral disabilities.
• Understand confidentiality requirements and safeguard individual information.
• Be literate and able to understand written and oral orders.
• Be able to communicate with individuals, health care providers, case managers, and other appropriate people.
• Be able to respond to emergencies while services are being delivered.
• Have a valid driver's license, a car, and current insurance.
• Be reliable, patient, kind, positive, and flexible, and able to work independently.
• Have experience supporting individuals with autism and aggressive behaviors.
• Have strong redirection and de-escalation skills.
• Be able to build a supportive, encouraging, and trusting relationship with the client.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support at home and in the community.
• Assist with social skills, communication, and daily living skills.
• Support hygiene routines as needed.
• Use positive behavior support strategies, redirection, and de-escalation techniques.
• Help the child transition between activities and provide structure and consistency during his after-school routine.
• Recognize triggers and respond calmly to challenging behaviors, including occasional aggression.
• Create and enter specific progress notes after each shift and submit a progress report once per quarter.
• Track client visits using the timekeeping application with GPS location verification.
• Maintain the assigned schedule and communicate with the client's family and the agency.
• When needed, transport clients and help them learn skills and socialize in the community.

Benefits

• Holiday pay at time and a half.
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees working 30 or more hours per week.
• Paid vacation for employees working 30 or more hours per week, after six months of employment.
• 401(k) with employer match for employees working 30 or more hours per week, after one year of employment.
• Paid sick days.
• Paid continuing education opportunities.
• Free gym membership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed