Employment Program

Dungarvin•Eugene, OR

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional (DSP)/Job Coach is responsible for providing 1:1 support in individuals homes and workplaces, with a focus on achieving goals and building independence. The DSP/Job Coach will help individuals stay active and engaged by providing transportation to fun community events, work, hobbies, appointments, shopping trips, and other outings / errands. In the home, the DSP/Job Coach will assist with a variety of household duties including cleaning, laundry, meal prep, budgeting and establishing routines. In the workplace, staff will provide on-site mentorship at individuals' jobs, providing personalized 1:1 assistance tailored to each client’s needs. Enrich and support the lives of the persons served while maintaining a safe and healthy environment. Assist with activities of daily living, including community-based supports and community outings based on interests. Provide one-on-one training and mentorship to caseload of individuals you support in their workplace and at home. Offer prompts, cues, and support to encourage skill development and independence. Monitor and report progress, challenges, and work performance. Help the individual set and achieve goals; assist in overcoming personal barriers. Help clients communicate with employers and co-workers in the workplace. Help develop positive social, work, and life skills. Communicate with clients to understand their interests, skills, abilities, goals, and support needs. Duties may periodically include personal care, medication, and mobility assistance. Other duties as assigned. This role offers personal fulfillment, a meaningful career, and the chance to make a difference. You will positively impact someone’s life and gain health care experience to further your career. Flexibility in schedule is available based on the ability to form solid relationships.

Requirements

At least 1+ years of professional experience supporting individuals with intellectual developmental disabilities OR at least 6+ months as a job coach.
Valid Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle is required.
Ability to work independently and be resourceful to problem solve without direct supervision.
Have a true passion to help others.
Dependable, adaptable, flexible.
Effective communication skills (reading, writing, and verbal) to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with team members.
Ability to maintain a professional demeanor, attire and personal presentation when interacting with persons served and their families.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must be able to provide references.
Able to attend two weeks of PAID in-house orientation and training.

Responsibilities

Providing 1:1 support in individuals homes and workplaces, with a focus on achieving goals and building independence.
Helping individuals stay active and engaged by providing transportation to fun community events, work, hobbies, appointments, shopping trips, and other outings / errands.
Assisting with a variety of household duties including cleaning, laundry, meal prep, budgeting and establishing routines.
Providing on-site mentorship at individuals' jobs, providing personalized 1:1 assistance tailored to each client’s needs.
Enriching and supporting the lives of the persons served while maintaining a safe and healthy environment.
Assisting with activities of daily living, including community-based supports and community outings based on interests.
Providing one-on-one training and mentorship to caseload of individuals you support in their workplace and at home.
Offering prompts, cues, and support to encourage skill development and independence.
Monitoring and reporting progress, challenges, and work performance.
Helping the individual set and achieve goals; assist in overcoming personal barriers.
Helping clients communicate with employers and co-workers in the workplace.
Developing positive social, work, and life skills.
Communicating with clients to understand their interests, skills, abilities, goals, and support needs.
Periodically assisting with personal care, medication, and mobility assistance.

Benefits

Hourly Rate: When working as DSP pay will start at $20/hour, when working as a Job Coach, pay will start at $21/hour.
Full-time available
Scheduled pay increases
Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees
Supplemental Insurance
Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for FT employees
Pet Insurance
Free Life Insurance
401 K plan with Match
PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
PTO Donation
Growth and Development Opportunities
Employee Referral Program & Employee Assistance Program
National Brand Discounts
Tapcheck - early pay access
Job mobility options within Dungarvin
17 states of services
Paid training