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

Dungarvin • Portland, OR

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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 with intellectual or developmental disabilities and/or complex medical needs live as independently as possible by supporting daily routines, self-care, household tasks, and participation in the community.

The specialist provides transportation to community events, hobbies, appointments, shopping trips, and other outings or errands. Household support may include cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, budgeting, and establishing routines. The role also includes companionship, personalized care, support with activities of daily living, positive behavior supports, and de-escalation when needed. Duties may periodically include personal care assistance and support with prescribed medications.

The position requires a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. or 10 a.m.–6 p.m., with flexibility. New employees attend two weeks of paid, in-house orientation and training, scheduled Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. The employer describes the role as an opportunity to make a meaningful difference, gain health care experience, and pursue growth and development opportunities.

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.
• Must be able to provide references.
• Must be able to attend two weeks of paid in-house orientation and training.
• Ability to work independently and use resourcefulness to solve problems without direct supervision.
• Passion for helping others; dependability, adaptability, and flexibility.
• 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 persons served and their families.

Nice To Haves

• Personal or professional experience working with people with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
• Alternatively, experience in a front-facing customer service role and a genuine passion for helping vulnerable populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support in individuals’ homes.
• Help individuals participate in community events, hobbies, appointments, shopping trips, and other outings or errands by providing transportation.
• Assist with household duties, including cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, budgeting, and establishing routines.
• Support individuals in living independently and following day-to-day routines.
• Enrich and support the lives of 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.
• Periodically provide personal care assistance and support with prescribed medications.
• Document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with internal and external team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for full-time employees.
• Supplemental insurance.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts for full-time employees.
• Pet insurance.
• Free life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Paid time off 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’s services in 17 states.
• Paid training and orientation.

What This Job Offers

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