LEAP Program - Direct Support Professional (DSP)
About The Position
The Day Support Activities (DSA) Direct Support Professional (DSP) for day service is responsible for a variety of duties related to community access, effective communication, interacting with others, and health and safety of the individual you are supporting. This includes supports for skill building and ensuring person centered goals are being met in accordance with the individuals Support Plan (ISP). Direct Support Professionals are required to perform all duties in accordance with State of Oregon Administrative Rules, related to the specific program they are working with. A typical shift as a DSP for day services could include taking a group of individuals into the community for skill building or working on independence with one individual.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Must pass a background check
- Have a valid driver's license and clean driving record
Responsibilities
- Community access
- Effective communication
- Interacting with others
- Health and safety of the individual you are supporting
- Supports for skill building
- Ensuring person centered goals are being met in accordance with the individuals Support Plan (ISP)
- Perform all duties in accordance with State of Oregon Administrative Rules, related to the specific program they are working with
- Taking a group of individuals into the community for skill building
- Working on independence with one individual
Benefits
- Paid Training Provided, including Oregon Intervention System (OIS), CPR and First Aid, Medication Administration, and more!
- 91% Employer Paid Medical Insurance (EE ONLY)
- Get paid early with Dayforce Wallet
- $10K Life Insurance Plan
- 8 Paid Holidays - holidays worked paid at premium
- Paid Sick and Personal Time Off
- Gym or other wellness reimbursement
- Employee referral reward program
- Employee paid flex spending and supplemental insurance offerings
- 401K after eligibility requirements are met
- Overtime usually available
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
