Direct Support Professional (DSP)
About The Position
Community Access Services is hiring Direct Support Professionals in Portland, Oregon, for its Community Living Program. The role provides individualized, one-on-one support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes and communities, helping them live more independently and participate fully in community life. DSPs support each person’s needs, goals, interests, preferences, daily routines, and individualized support plan, promoting independence, dignity, safety, and quality of life. No previous DSP or caregiving experience is required; the company provides paid training and ongoing professional development.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Valid driver’s license required for all day-shift and swing-shift positions, with the ability to meet company-approved driver requirements.
- Ability to pass a national background check.
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds and assist with mobility support as needed.
- Willingness to complete required training and follow established safety procedures and individualized support plans.
- Patient, reliable, compassionate, and committed to helping others succeed.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in caregiving, disability services, behavioral support, direct care, personal assistance, or human services; experience is welcome but not required.
Responsibilities
- Assist with personal care, hygiene, dressing, meal preparation, and household activities as needed.
- Support participation in recreational activities, social events, community outings, and personal interests.
- Help individuals build practical skills, pursue personal goals, and develop greater confidence and independence.
- Encourage self-advocacy, informed choice, dignity, and individual decision-making.
- Provide medication assistance or administration in accordance with training, authorization, and established procedures.
- Accurately record services, observe changes in well-being, and report incidents according to established procedures.
- Collaborate professionally with coworkers, supervisors, families, and other members of an individual’s support network, as appropriate.
- Maintain professional boundaries and help create a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment.
Benefits
- Paid training and ongoing professional development.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Company coverage of up to 80% of employee medical premiums and 60% of dependent medical premiums.
- Company coverage of 100% of employee dental premiums and 60% of dependent dental premiums.
- Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) of up to $2,000 per year.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) with an employer contribution of up to $500 per year.
- Company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
- Free Hepatitis B vaccination series.
- Optional accident and critical illness insurance, plus pet insurance.
- Paid time off (PTO) and sick leave.
- Paid holidays.
- Predictable scheduling to support work-life balance.
- 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% company contribution after the qualifying period.
- On-demand pay.
- Employee referral bonuses.
- Free CPR and First Aid training.
- Free medication administration training.
- Free safety and emergency preparedness training.
- Career development opportunities.
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including up to three free counseling sessions, legal consultations, and financial coaching.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
