Direct Support Professional / Caregiver - Float Staff

Dungarvin - Eugene, OR

Full-time - Entry Level

Eugene, OR

Social Assistance

About the position

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver Float provides direct care within Residential Group homes in the Eugene/Springfield area and will provide staffing support to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD). This is a full time, permanent position. This position requires a dependable candidate who is flexible in their schedule, works well independently, and has exceptional communication and decision-making skills. Float DSP's are adaptable and will have the necessary skill set to be able to work at multiple homes.

Responsibilities

• Provide client care in a float capacity for schedules, emergencies, or fill-in assignments at designated residential group homes
• Enrich and support the lives of our residents while maintaining a safe and healthy environment
• Provide companionship and personalized care with respect and dignity while encouraging independence and self-care
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, and eating
• Implement positive behavior supports
• Prepare meals and snacks
• Light household duties
• Provide mobility and transfer assistance, which may include using mechanical lift devices
• Community activities and outings
• Assist with transportation needs
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 1+ years of DSP/Caregiving experience is required. Experience in residential group homes preferred
• Must have valid driver's license & vehicle to travel between programs and provide transportation to clients
• Must be able to work weekends and a swing/overnight schedule
• Must be able and willing to learn different supports, from medical to behavioral
• Have a passion to help others
• Works well independently
• Dependable and adaptable
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions
• Must be able to provide references
• 18 years of age or older (required)
• Able to attend two weeks of PAID in-house orientation and training

Benefits

• Hourly Rate: Starting at $20.50
• Full Time
• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for full-time employees
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for full-time employees
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance for full-time employees
• 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of service
• PAID TIME OFF (PTO)
• PTO Donation
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• National Brand Discounts
• Tapcheck - early pay access
• PAID training and orientation