Direct Support Professional Oregon City and Surrounding Areas

Out of the Box Solutions•Oregon City, OR

About The Position

Out of the Box Solutions provides person-centered in-home and community-based support to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (ID/DD). Direct Support Professionals work one-on-one with individuals, following personalized plans and goals to support daily living skills, community participation, social connections, and engaging outings. The work is guided by a plan of care developed by the Oregon Department of Human Services and each individual’s Individual Service Plan. The role aims to create a safe, enjoyable, and empowering environment where individuals can thrive.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of previous personal support experience.
At least 18 years of age.
CPR and First Aid certification upon hire.
Competency in working under pressure and experience providing general care and support.
Knowledge of home care services.
Proficient written and oral communication skills; able to understand written and oral orders and communicate with individuals, health care providers, case managers, and appropriate others.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and safeguard individual information.
Ability to pass all state-required background checks and meet ODDS employment eligibility requirements.
Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation compliant with Department of Motor Vehicles laws; proof and copies required.
Smartphone required.
Transporting individuals is required for clients who are 18 years and older.

Nice To Haves

Dependable.
Flexible.
Fun.
Awesome communication skills.

Responsibilities

Deliver training, support, and assistance with personal care, recreation and leisure, daily living skills, social skills, health needs, personal preferences, individual rights, community integration, and behavior management.
Participate in implementing and monitoring each client’s individualized support plan, sharing observations and opinions to help tailor achievable plans.
Complete required documentation accurately, including clocking in and out, weekly progress notes, and communications with clients’ families and office staff.
Ensure clients’ health and safety while services are being delivered, including preventing abuse and responding to needs such as CPR and Standard First Aid.
Work with clients and their families to support progress toward the client’s goals.
Assist with cooking, cleaning, medication assistance, scheduling, attending medical appointments, shopping, and other needs specified in the individual’s service plan.
Document progress notes for each shift.
Respond to emergency situations whenever services are being delivered.

Benefits

Hourly rate of $24.00.
Comprehensive health and dental insurance.
No-cost health plan for DSPs working more than 15 hours weekly, including $25,000 life insurance coverage, $2,000 accidental coverage, and virtual health insurance options for dependents.
Voluntary whole life insurance.
Time-off policy.
Next-day pay options.
Flexible work schedule.
401(k) retirement plan.
Paid annual training for 24 hours, subject to variation.
Bi-monthly pay on the 10th and 25th.