Individualized Services Direct Support Professionals will be providing supports throughout Marion, Polk, Yamhill, Linn, and/or Benton County, IS-DSP’s mostly work in the homes of the people they support. They enjoy working with a variety of different people with different support needs at pre-scheduled times throughout the month. IS-DSP‘s will facilitate and support the individuals' in a manner that provides for a safe, independent, and enriched lifestyle in their home and communities. IS-DSPs may assist with medical and health services management, financial resources and money management, and general activities of daily living. IS-DSPs also understand the guardianship or other legal representation of people supported, and work in partnership with legal representatives to assure that the person’s preferences are honored. Successful candidates will be ethical, patient, reliable, communicative, compassionate, flexible, able to work independently, and adaptable.
Job Type: Full-Time & Part Time Available - all open shift hours are set and vary depending on the needs of the individual. 30 Hours and above are considered full time.
Pay: $17.50 per hour - An added differential of $1.00 is applied to the base wage after all required trainings are completed and the wage will go up to $18.50 an hour.
We are also offering a $1,000 sign on bonus that is paid out in increments at set milestones of your employment!
Benefits for full time employees (30 or more hours per week):
-401(k) and 401(k) matching
-Dental, Vision, and Health Insurance
-Life Insurance
-Employee assistance program
-Flexible spending account
-Paid time off
General Requirements:
-Must be at least 18 years of age (Diploma/GED not required).
-Be able to regularly lift a minimum of 25 lbs (some shifts require more).
-Be able to be certified and maintain an acceptable level of certification in Oregon Intervention System (OIS).
-Be able to be certified and maintain certification in CPR/First aid.
-Pass a state/federal Criminal history and protective service investigation check, this may include being fingerprinted.
-Pass a pre-employment drug screen for the use of illegal substances in Oregon.
-Possess a valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record.
-Basic computer skills - computer assessment will be administered before hiring.
Training Requirements and Expectations:
-Attend a required Meet and Greet in Monmouth, OR. This is the scheduled first day of work.
-Shadow shifts between Meet and Greet and Orientation Training.
-Attend a two week in-person paid orientation training in Monmouth, OR.
-Complete all classes and submit all documentation required during orientation.
