Direct Support Crisis Specialist – Eugene

State of Oregon • Eugene, OR

3d • $4,519 - $5,712 • Onsite

About The Position

The Oregon Department of Human Services’ Stabilization and Crisis Unit (SACU) provides 24-hour residential care to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, often with co-occurring mental health diagnoses, whose support needs exceed those offered by other community-based residential programs. SACU helps individuals safely transition back to their home communities and supports their quality of life, independence, and social opportunities. Staff assist with health and medical supports, psychological services, emotional and behavioral support, education, life skills, recreation, and community integration.

The Direct Support Crisis Specialist provides direct care and support in a residential group home and in the community. The Eugene openings are permanent, full-time positions. Assignments may include day, evening, night, weekend, vacation-relief, or other shifts depending on available openings. The position involves working in a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week setting and may include overtime and shifts at nearby worksites.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• At least 18 months of experience providing direct individual care or training in a related human services field; or an associate or higher-level degree in a related human services field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Clearly describe how minimum qualifications and essential attributes are met in the application materials, including detailed work and education history.
• Ability to work assigned shifts, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays, and occasional overtime.
• Ability to transport individuals by state van or car while maintaining an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds frequently and to squat, bend, and stoop frequently.
• Ability to engage in and maintain Oregon Intervention System-approved restraints for up to one hour.
• Ability to complete required new-employee certifications in First Aid/CPR, Oregon Intervention System, and medication administration.

Nice To Haves

• Experience following written and verbal instructions.
• Experience communicating clearly in writing and directly with a variety of people, adapting communication to the recipient.
• Experience resolving conflicts professionally and promptly.
• Experience using computers, tablets, and cell phones for documentation, reporting, and communication, including tools such as the Internet, Microsoft Office, and Therap.
• Experience being a dependable team resource in pursuit of a common goal.
• Experience following behavioral, mental health, and/or medical supports or orders.
• Experience monitoring or assisting individuals with mental, emotional, behavioral, physical, or medical challenges.
• Paid or unpaid caregiving or volunteer experience with seniors, children, or people with disabilities may help meet the experience qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to children and adults in residential group homes, including behavioral support, safety, personal care, nutrition, housekeeping, health care, and daily activities at home and in the community.
• Provide support that honors the wishes and culture of the individuals served while maintaining their health and safety.
• Help individuals access the community and encourage participation in educational and recreational activities.
• Observe and document individuals’ activities, behavior, and progress.
• Administer medications and treatments under the direction of nursing staff and medical professionals.
• Assist individuals with activities of daily living and hygiene, including personal care, bathing, toileting, and feeding.
• Document and track all aspects of care, answer phones, and maintain confidentiality.
• Prepare meals and complete housekeeping tasks.

Benefits

• ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.
• Cost-of-living adjustments.
• Annual salary increases until the top of the listed salary range is reached.
• Benefits package.
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Police and Fire pension plan, with full benefits after 25 years of service.
• Resources and benefits through the AFSCME union.
• Three-week paid in-person training at the central office in Salem if offered a position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree