Direct Support Professional Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Pass an initial criminal history check through the Department of Human Services Criminal Records Unit and subsequent checks every two years.
• Be a U.S. citizen or legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Be at least 18 years old and hold a current driver's license, insurance, and a good driving record.
• Complete required training and annual training thereafter.
• Maintain regular attendance and perform the job's essential tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication, technical skills, organization and time management, problem-solving, coping skills, relational skills, teamwork, and professionalism.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and establish effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Commit to Home Life’s mission and values and model and educate others about its values and expectations.
• Treat people with warmth, empathy, genuineness, respect, and sensitivity to privacy, rights, culture, ethnicity, religion, and lifestyle differences.
• Meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 110 pounds and assisting with transfers up to 250 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree in Human Development, Psychology, or a related field.
• One year of experience as a care provider or in a related role.
• Experience working with or supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Follow Home Life policies, procedures, and Oregon Administrative Rules; document working hours accurately.
• Protect confidential information and communicate pertinent information about supported individuals and the program to staff or supervisors as needed.
• Work collaboratively with program staff to provide quality services and attend staff meetings and required training.
• Maintain household supplies and equipment, complete assigned yard maintenance, and review company communications daily.
• Respond safely and effectively to escalated situations and emergencies, maintain appropriate boundaries, and take on additional duties as assigned.
• Follow supported individuals’ Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and protocols; read and follow Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSPs) as applicable.
• Complete General Event Reports, Therap progress notes, and other required records and data collection.
• Conduct and document quarterly fire drills, follow emergency preparedness and on-call procedures, and complete assigned safety and sanitation checklists.
• Prepare or support the preparation of nutritionally balanced meals according to written menus.
• Administer medications as prescribed, maintain Medication Administration Records, and communicate relevant shift information to incoming staff.
• Review and update medical records and help meet and document assigned medical needs, such as renewing prescriptions and making appointments.
• Safeguard supported individuals’ money, reconcile accessible funds with the ledger, keep itemized receipts, communicate larger expenditures to management, and complete money counts during shift changes.
• Support daily and scheduled activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living.
• Promote individuals’ rights, independence, informed choice, dignity, and participation in decisions affecting their lives using a person-centered and least-intrusive approach.
• Assist individuals in identifying and communicating preferences, needs, and wants, participating in household responsibilities, and maintaining a clean residence.
• Support positive community relationships and model and teach safety and appropriate social skills.