Community Inclusion Support Specialist (DSP) - Community Living Support Program

Dungarvin•Portland, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Community Inclusion Support Specialist (DSP) is responsible for providing 1:1 support in individuals homes. The CISS/DSP will help individuals stay active and engaged by providing transportation to fun community events, hobbies, appointments, shopping trips, and other outings / errands. The CISS/DSP will also assist with a variety of household duties including cleaning, laundry, meal prep, budgeting and establishing routines. This program is to help the person served with living independently and day-to-day routines. If you are passionate about providing care and are willing to challenge yourself daily to make a positive impact on the lives of those you care for, we want YOU on our team. Enrich and support the lives of the persons served while maintaining a safe and healthy environment. Provide companionship and personalized care while encouraging independence and self-care. Assist with activities of daily living, including community-based supports. Implement positive behavior supports and de-escalate challenging behaviors when needed. Duties may periodically include personal care assistance and support with prescribed medications. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Employees must be at least 18 years of age.
Valid Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle is required.
Ability to maintain a professional demeanor, attire and personal presentation when interacting with persons served and their families.
Ability to work independently and be resourceful to problem solve without direct supervision.
Have a true passion to help others.
Dependable, adaptable, flexible.
Effective communication skills (reading, writing, and verbal) to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with team members.
Must be able to provide references.
Able to attend two weeks of PAID in-house orientation and training.

Nice To Haves

Personal or professional experience working with persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Experience in front-facing customer service role and a true passion for helping vulnerable populations.

Responsibilities

Providing 1:1 support in individuals homes.
Helping individuals stay active and engaged by providing transportation to fun community events, hobbies, appointments, shopping trips, and other outings / errands.
Assisting with a variety of household duties including cleaning, laundry, meal prep, budgeting and establishing routines.
Enriching and supporting the lives of the persons served while maintaining a safe and healthy environment.
Providing companionship and personalized care while encouraging independence and self-care.
Assisting with activities of daily living, including community-based supports.
Implementing positive behavior supports and de-escalating challenging behaviors when needed.
Personal care assistance and support with prescribed medications.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Rates Starting at: $20.00/Hr.
Scheduled pay increases
Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees
Supplemental Insurance
Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for FT employees
Pet Insurance
Free Life Insurance
401 K plan with Match
PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
PTO Donation
Growth and Development Opportunities
Employee Referral Program & Employee Assistance Program
National Brand Discounts
Tapcheck - early pay access
Job mobility options within Dungarvin 17 states of services
Paid training and orientation schedule: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm for the first 2 weeks of employment