Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Linn Co.

Alternative Services Oregon•Albany, OR

7h•$21

About The Position

Join our vibrant team as a full-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) and embrace the thrill of making a real difference in the lives of individuals in Albany and Corvallis! This role allows you to dive into daily adventures filled with energy, empathy, and fun as you provide support and encouragement to those in need. You'll be part of a culture that celebrates each moment and prioritizes creativity in problem-solving. Enjoy competitive pay at $21.00 per hour while engaging in meaningful activities that promote independence and joy. Plus, you'll work alongside a team that values integrity and excellence, ensuring a workplace that remains relaxed yet energetic. You can enjoy great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan, Life Insurance, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, Paid Training, Holiday Overtime, and On-Demand Pay. So, if you're ready for a fulfilling journey where every day brings new opportunities, apply now and step into a role that is as rewarding as it is exciting! A Little About Us: We are dedicated to providing quality support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Alternative Services - Oregon, Inc. (ASI-OR) has one goal in mind: Supporting People to Experience Meaningful Lives. A Day in the Life of a Direct Support Professional (DSP): As a Direct Support Professional, you help individuals live safe, independent, and meaningful lives-whether you're working day, mid, or swing shift. Your day may include assisting with personal care, preparing meals, supporting medication needs, and encouraging daily living skills. You might accompany individuals to appointments, community activities, or help them unwind with evening routines. Throughout every shift, you promote dignity, safety, and choice while documenting progress and collaborating with your team. No matter the time of day, you're a steady, supportive presence who helps people thrive. What Matters Most: To thrive as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you'll need a mix of essential skills that will help you make an impact: A solid understanding of supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) is crucial, along with a keen awareness of health, safety, and emergency procedures. Familiarity with personal care and daily living assistance, as well as a grasp of confidentiality and professional boundaries, ensures a respectful and person-centered environment. Communication skills are vital; you should be able to listen actively, speak clearly, and document accurately. Building trust and positive relationships through strong interpersonal skills is also key, as is the ability to solve problems calmly and adapt to surprises. Balancing multiple tasks requires excellent time management, while effective teamwork and the capability to work independently are equally important. Lastly, a valid driver's license and physical ability to assist with daily activities make for a well-rounded DSP who can support individuals in their journey to independence.

Requirements

A solid understanding of supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD)
A keen awareness of health, safety, and emergency procedures
Familiarity with personal care and daily living assistance
A grasp of confidentiality and professional boundaries
Communication skills
Ability to listen actively, speak clearly, and document accurately
Building trust and positive relationships through strong interpersonal skills
Ability to solve problems calmly and adapt to surprises
Excellent time management
Effective teamwork
Capability to work independently
A valid driver's license
Physical ability to assist with daily activities
Understanding of confidentiality and person-centered supports
General knowledge of community resources and activities
Able to listen, speak clearly, and document accurately
Build trust, patience, and positive relationships
Problem solving and time management skills
Collaborate effectively with coworkers, families, and supervisors
Hold a valid driver's license with a safe driving record to transport individuals safely
Assist with daily activities, household tasks, and occasional lifting/mobility support