Direct Support Professional NE Portland & Surrounding Area

Out of the Box Solutions • Oregon City, OR

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About The Position

Out of the Box Solutions is hiring Direct Support Professionals to provide person-centered, one-on-one support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role supports clients’ independence, daily routines, community involvement, and personal goals while treating each person with respect and dignity. Staff follow care plans, help clients make choices, and support their safety and well-being.

Responsibilities and schedules vary by client. Supports may include cooking, cleaning, personal care, hygiene, activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), community engagement, social skills, coping skills, sensory needs, and helping clients understand and process information. Some assignments require close supervision in public, physical activity, assistance with bathroom accidents or showering, and availability on weekdays, evenings, or occasional Sundays.

The posting describes five client assignments in Portland-area ZIP codes: a 13-year-old male in 97230 (Monday–Friday, 6:00–9:00 a.m.); a 6-year-old male in 97233 (every other Sunday, 1:30–6:00 p.m.); a 23-year-old female in 97007 (Thursday and Friday, 3:00–8:00 p.m.); a 24-year-old female in 97212 (Monday–Thursday, 4:00–6:00 or 5:00–7:00 p.m., with at least two evenings per week); and a 19-year-old male in 97230 (mostly weekdays, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with occasional Sundays).

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Have at least one year of caregiving or related experience.
• Have a valid driver’s license, insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Have a smartphone.
• Successfully pass all state-required background checks and meet all ODDS employment eligibility requirements.
• Have CPR/First Aid/AED certification or be willing to obtain it.
• Be dependable and show up for scheduled work.
• Have a positive attitude and flexible mindset.
• Have strong communication skills.
• Be comfortable working independently.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with daily routines, including cooking, cleaning, and personal care.
• Help clients access the community and remain engaged in activities.
• Follow client care plans and goals.
• Communicate with families and the support team.
• Complete notes and other documentation.
• Ensure clients’ safety and well-being.
• Support hygiene, ADLs, and IADLs as needed.
• Provide cues and support with social skills, coping skills, personal choices, and sensory needs as appropriate to the client.
• Maintain close supervision of clients in public when required.
• Assist with bathroom routines and showering when needed, including cleaning bathroom-related accidents for the relevant assignment.

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance.
• No-cost health plan for employees working 15 or more hours per week, including $25,000 life insurance, $2,000 accidental coverage, and virtual care options for dependents.
• Voluntary whole life insurance.
• Time off policy.
• Next-day pay options.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Paid training, subject to variation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED