Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

Dungarvin•Portland, OR

7h•$20

About The Position

At Dungarvin, we are more than a provider of support services—we’re a mission-driven team rooted in respect, response and choice. Since 1976, we’ve been dedicated to meeting people where they are, working alongside them to provide person centered supports that allow people to live independently as possible. You’ll work directly with people in need of assistance, and/or living with intellectual or developmental disabilities, or other complex medical needs. With services in 15 states, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference—one person, one voice, one choice at a time. We encourage you to embrace this opportunity to impact someone’s life. The DSP (caregiver) is responsible for providing direct support, hands-on instruction, assistance, and positive direction to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) in a manner that ensures their health, safety, successful achievement of service objectives, and personal goals. If you are passionate about providing care and are willing to challenge yourself daily to make a positive impact on the lives of those you care for, we want YOU on our team.

Requirements

Valid driver's license required
Reliable transportation with ability to use personal vehicle on the job is required
Previous experience supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities is required
Must be at least 18 years old
Must be able to provide references
Able to attend two weeks of PAID in-house orientation and training
Have a passion to help others
People-oriented and have a team approach
Dependable, adaptable, flexible
Good communication is key in this role. You’ll rely on your reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members.
Successful candidates will be required to meet all Oregon State Department of Human Services requirements

Responsibilities

Enrich and support the lives of our residents 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. May include grocery shopping.
Perform light housekeeping and laundry duties.
Assist with transportation needs in the community; driving individuals to activities, appointments, and errands.
Provide mobility and transfer assistance, which may include using mechanical lift devices.
Implement positive behavior supports and de-escalate challenging behaviors when needed.
Other duties as assigned