Residential Direct Support Professional

Premier Community Supports LLC • Grants Pass, OR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Residential Direct Support Professional (DSP), you’ll be the heart of the home assisting residents with daily living, helping build skills, ensuring safety, and making each day meaningful.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years or older
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Must be able to pass criminal background check (per state requirements, Oregon OARs)
• Valid driver’s license, automobile insurance and reliable vehicle (if transportation duties apply)
• Smartphone access (for documentation, communication, timekeeping)
• Able to be certified in CPR & First Aid (training provided if needed)
• Willingness to complete annually required training (24 hours minimum)
• Comfort around animals (if applicable)

Nice To Haves

• Minimum 6 months experience working with the I/DD community or 1 year caregiving/related experience
• Empathetic, patient and person-centered.
• Strong communicator both verbal and written.
• Flexible and adaptable thrives in changing environments and schedules.
• Team-oriented and able to collaborate with families, support teams and community partners.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to maintain accurate documentation.
• Able to make thoughtful decisions in real time and ensure the safety, dignity and rights of the individuals supported.

Responsibilities

• Build supportive, person-centered relationships and deliver care in alignment with each individual’s Individual Support Plan (ISP), Behavior Support Plan, and personal goals.
• Promote autonomy, dignity, and choice by empowering individuals to make decisions and exercise their rights in all aspects of daily life.
• Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, hygiene, toileting, and mobility, while encouraging independence wherever possible.
• Support household tasks such as laundry, dishes, cleaning, and maintaining a safe, comfortable, home-like environment.
• Assist with meal planning, grocery shopping, budgeting, and food preparation based on individual needs and preferences.
• Facilitate community participation by supporting attendance at appointments, social activities, employment or training programs, and recreational outings.
• Provide transportation for appointments, errands, and community activities (may include use of a personal vehicle).
• Administer medications or follow medication protocols as trained and authorized.
• Monitor and document changes in health, behavior, or circumstances; complete required documentation including daily notes, progress updates, and incident reports in compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with individuals, families, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated care and the best possible outcomes.
• Promote social inclusion, skill development, independence, and community integration.
• Advocate for individual needs and rights while maintaining a respectful, safe, and supportive environment.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team, communicating effectively and contributing to a positive and high-quality care setting.
• Adapt to varying schedules, including day, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts, based on individual needs.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with up to 4% employer match after 90 days
• Paid training (including CPR/First Aid and other required certifications)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual for both part-time and full-time DSPs; PTO cash-out option after 1 year
• No-cost health plan for DSPs working > 26 hours/pay period; dental & vision benefits for full-time DSPs after 6 months (50% employer paid)
• Enjoy consistent paydays on the 1st and 16th of every month
• Annual Wage Evaluation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees