Direct Support Professional (Community Living Supports)
About The Position
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Community Living Supports is responsible for providing individualized services that promote independence, informed choice, personal growth, and community participation for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Supports occur in the person’s home, neighborhood, or broader community and are delivered in accordance with the Individual Support Plan (ISP), Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR) 411-450, and Shangri-La policies and procedures. These services are intended to be flexible and responsive to the person’s unique strengths, preferences, and needs.
Requirements
- A High School Diploma or equivalent
- A valid Oregon Driver’s License
- An acceptable driving record
- Ability to pass a criminal background check
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Capable of learning and using current and future electronic documentation systems and workplace technologies
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience working with individuals with disabilities
- A strong understanding of person-centered planning
- Understanding of alternative communication strategies
- Understanding of the principles of dignity of risk
- Ability to implement trauma-informed support practices
Responsibilities
- Providing individualized services that promote independence, informed choice, personal growth, and community participation for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD)
- Delivering supports in the person’s home, neighborhood, or broader community in accordance with the Individual Support Plan (ISP), Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR) 411-450, and Shangri-La policies and procedures
Benefits
- Paid Training Provided, including Oregon Intervention System (OIS), CPR and First Aid, Medication Administration, and more!
- Get paid early with Dayforce Wallet
- Paid holiday hours will be prorated for regular employees scheduled to work less than 30 hours per week
- Paid Sick and Personal Time Off
- Gym or other wellness reimbursement
- Employee referral reward program
- 401K after eligibility requirements are met
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
