Direct Support Professional (Reedsport, OR)
$49,920–$54,080 year
On-siteReedsport, Oregon, United States
Job Summary
Deliver person-centered care by building supportive relationships with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, assisting with daily living activities like bathing, dressing, and household tasks. Promote autonomy by helping individuals exercise rights, make decisions, and participate in community activities, social events, and appointments. Support medication protocols, manage transportation for errands and outings, and facilitate budgeting and meal preparation as needed. Collaborate with families and support teams to align care with Individual Support Plans while reporting incidents and maintaining accurate documentation. Adapt to rotating day, evening, night, and weekend shifts within the individual's home environment, with occasional travel to community locations.
Required Qualifications
- 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)
- Schedule varies according to the Individual's needs; day, evening, night shifts and weekend availability required
- Physical demands may include lifting up to 50lbs, bending, squatting, standing, walking, driving and frequent sitting, talking/hearing
Desired Qualifications
- Preferred: 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
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