Supported Living Specialist (Flexible Schedule)

UCP Oregon • Portland, OR

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About The Position

UCP Oregon is seeking a full-time Supported Living Specialist to work one-on-one with adults who experience developmental disabilities. Using a person-centered approach, the specialist supports clients in living independently in their own houses and apartments, making informed choices, developing self-advocacy skills, building community connections, and achieving personal goals. Support may include household chores, personal care such as showering, medication administration, learning new skills, and participating in community activities. The role offers time to build relationships with clients and is suited to people interested in social services, social justice, nonprofits, healthcare, or a long-term career in these fields.

The position is 40 hours per week, generally over four to five days, with shifts of eight to nine hours between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays are required; the employee chooses the other workdays. If scheduled for nine-hour days a couple of times in a week, the employee will work fewer hours on other days that week. The work culture is described as progressive, casual, open-door, and fun.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 18 years old.
• Current driver’s license and at least two years of driving experience.
• Reliable personal vehicle and auto insurance.
• Clean driving record.
• Ability to pass a reference check, a physical that includes a 50-pound lifting test, and a criminal history background check.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the developmental disability field is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with developmental disabilities to live independently in their own houses and apartments.
• Help clients make their own choices, build self-advocacy abilities, develop skills, connect with their communities, and pursue personal goals.
• Assist clients with household chores as needed.
• Provide personal care, including showering assistance, and medication administration as needed.
• Transport clients in the employee’s personal vehicle.
• Work one-on-one with clients and build relationships with them.
• Work 40 hours per week on a flexible schedule, with Fridays and Saturdays required.

Benefits

• $20.93 per hour.
• Eligible for overtime pay for hours worked over 40 per week.
• Medical, vision, prescription, and alternative care coverage, including massage therapy and naturopathy, for the employee, spouse or domestic partner, and children.
• Three weeks of paid time off, increasing to four weeks after five years of service.
• 11 paid holidays off per year.
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% employer match.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Partial cell phone reimbursement of $10 per month.
• Casual work environment with opportunities for advancement and growth.

What This Job Offers

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