Direct Support Professional (Adults)
About The Position
Albertina Kerr’s adult group homes support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental health challenges to lead self-determined lives in their communities. Direct Support Professionals help residents build skills and participate in the activities and choices that matter to them. Duties vary because each person is unique and may include assistance with medication, cooking, dressing, personal hygiene, and cleaning. The role is based at group homes in Gresham and Troutdale, Oregon, with possible support needs at other group homes. The position is covered under the SEIU Local 503 Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Requirements
- At least 18 years old.
- Great social skills.
- Ability to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds.
- Basic cooking skills and willingness to learn new recipes.
- Basic cleaning skills.
- Willingness to be flexible and learn new skills.
- Ability to meet background-check and reference-check requirements.
- Current and valid driver's license and no more than two driving infractions in the last two years, in accordance with the organization's driving requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Preference for applicants who can work at least one weekend day.
Responsibilities
- Positively influence and support people served as they work toward living their best lives.
- Provide high-quality personal care.
- Connect with people important to the person served to provide effective support.
- Recognize, respect, promote, and uphold the rights of all people served.
- Assist people served in the community, on home visits, and on trips.
- Drive motor vehicles to transport people served, run errands, or perform other assigned business.
- Communicate professionally with family members, community members, medical professionals, and others.
- Learn and follow Behavior Support Plans for people supported.
- Perform nursing tasks as trained and assigned by a Nurse.
- Observe and respond to concerns about general health and specific conditions.
- Monitor and track vital signs, weight, sleep, mood, and other relevant information.
- Provide support at other group homes when needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned or needed.
Benefits
- Paid two-week training program to teach job skills.
- 100% paid medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Paid holidays.
- Generous paid time off.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
