Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver - Part-time

Dungarvin • Eugene, OR

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About The Position

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides direct support, hands-on instruction, assistance, and positive direction to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities. The role supports individuals’ health and safety, service objectives, and personal goals while helping them live as independently as possible. DSPs provide companionship and personalized care, encourage independence and self-care, assist with daily activities, prepare meals, perform light housekeeping and laundry, provide community transportation, assist with mobility and transfers, and implement positive behavior supports. The position includes two weeks of paid in-house orientation and training, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dungarvin describes the work environment as collaborative and supportive.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be able to provide references.
• Must be able to attend two weeks of paid in-house orientation and training, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Have a passion for helping others through person-centered care.
• Be people-oriented and take a team approach.
• Be dependable, adaptable, and flexible.
• Have reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with team members.
• Meet all Oregon State Department of Human Services requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a caregiver and/or supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Enrich and support residents’ lives 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 dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, and eating.
• Prepare meals and snacks.
• Perform light housekeeping and laundry duties.
• Provide transportation in the community.
• Provide mobility and transfer assistance, which may include using mechanical lift devices.
• Implement positive behavior supports and de-escalate challenging behaviors when needed.
• 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 eligible employees
• Supplemental insurance
• Flexible Spending and HSA accounts for eligible employees
• Pet insurance
• Life insurance for eligible employees
• 401(k) plan with up to 3% employer match for eligible employees
• Paid time off (PTO) for eligible employees
• Growth and development opportunities
• Employee referral program
• Employee assistance program
• National brand discounts
• Tapcheck early pay access
• Paid training and orientation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed