Weekday Morning DSP for 16yr old (1C0393G)

Family Relief Resources•Portland, OR

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

Family Relief Resources (FRR) is seeking dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide quality, person-centered daily care to individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities. This role involves supporting clients in their homes and in the community, teaching essential life skills, and fostering social interaction. FRR offers a positive, stable, and well-compensated work environment for passionate DSPs, aiming to connect them with clients they are meant to help.

Requirements

Must be 18 years or older.
Must pass a Criminal History Check.
Must work a minimum of 15 hours per month.
Must obtain CPR and First Aid Certificate (within 3 months of hire).
Must complete state-required online training courses (pre-hire and within 3 months of hire).
Must complete 24 hours of Continuing Education per year.
Basic knowledge of technology, including the ability to use a smartphone for timekeeping, submitting reports, and communication.
Direct experience working with children and/or adults with varying levels of support needs (including experience with intellectual and/or behavioral disabilities).
Understanding of requirements for maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding individual information.
Literate and capable of understanding written and oral orders.
Able to communicate with individuals, healthcare providers, case managers, and appropriate others.
Able to respond to emergency situations when services are being delivered.
Have a valid license and car with current insurance.

Nice To Haves

Shares some of the client's interests such as gaming, bowling, cosplay, bike riding.
Is a coffee-drinker.
Is flexible and able to adapt to changes to routine and needs.
Has some experience as a DSP.
Experience with behavior support.
Experience with ASD, ADHD, and developmental delays.

Responsibilities

Caring for a client on an individual basis in their home environment.
Taking clients out into the community to learn skills and socialize.
Teaching skills of independent living such as self-care, behavior management, budgeting, cooking, shopping, and cleaning.
Supporting behavior management.
Facilitating community involvement.
Assisting with meal preparation.
Supporting emotional regulation.
Assisting with medication and money management.
Supporting personal hygiene.
Assisting with routine/structure building.
Tracking client visits with GPS location verification via a smartphone app.
Providing transportation for clients as needed.
Creating and entering specific progress notes after each shift.
Submitting a quarterly progress report.
Maintaining a set schedule with clients.
Working independently and communicating effectively with clients' families and the agency.
Being patient, kind, and positive in all situations.
Adjusting to different types of personalities and disabilities.