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

Dungarvin•Portland, OR

2d•$21 - $22

About The Position

The Community Inclusion Support Specialist (DSP) provides one-to-one support in individuals’ homes through the Community Living Support Program. The role helps people remain active and engaged by providing transportation to community events, hobbies, appointments, shopping trips, and other outings or errands. The specialist also supports household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, budgeting, and establishing routines, helping individuals live independently and manage day-to-day activities. The role includes providing companionship and personalized care while encouraging independence and self-care; supporting activities of daily living, including community-based activities; maintaining a safe and healthy environment; and implementing positive behavior supports and de-escalating challenging behaviors when needed. Duties may periodically include personal care assistance and support with prescribed medications. The position requires independent, resourceful problem-solving and effective communication to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with internal and external team members. Employees must maintain a professional demeanor, attire, and personal presentation when interacting with people served and their families. Paid in-house orientation and training takes place Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., during the first two weeks of employment.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle are required for the Community Living Support Program.
Ability to work independently and resourcefully solve problems without direct supervision.
Passion for helping others and vulnerable populations.
Dependable, adaptable, and flexible.
Effective reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with team members.
Ability to maintain a professional demeanor, attire, and personal presentation when interacting with people served and their families.
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 people with intellectual or developmental disabilities, or experience in a front-facing customer service role combined with a passion for helping vulnerable populations.

Responsibilities

Provide one-to-one support in individuals’ homes.
Provide transportation to community events, hobbies, appointments, shopping trips, and other outings or errands.
Assist with household duties, including cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, budgeting, and establishing routines.
Support individuals’ independent living and day-to-day routines.
Enrich and support the lives of people 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.
Periodically provide personal care assistance and support with prescribed medications.
Document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with internal and external team members.
Attend two weeks of paid in-house orientation and training.
Perform other duties as assigned.