Cool Jobs in Portland, OR (NOW HIRING)

Are you looking for a meaningful and fun caregiving job? If so, UCP Oregon might have the perfect position for you!
UCP is one of the top ranked non-profit employers in Oregon, and we're growing! We're seeking a caregiver "Personal Assistant" who will support a cool, young man that experiences developmental disabilities. He lives in his own apartment near NW 19th. He is independent and active, and interested in screenwriting, creating comic books, going out for coffee, playing video games, and hanging out at Powell's. He needs your assistance to prepare medication and meals, do household chores, bathe, and get dressed. You will also assist by providing some life coaching and talking him through situations when he is experiencing anxiety.
Driving is not a requirement for this position. However, if you choose to drive, there is available street parking in his neighborhood. This young man lives near the popular MAX lines for those that rely on public transit.

You'll work two shifts per week, totaling 27 hours per week: 

• Friday 8:00PM - Saturday 9:30AM
• Saturday 8:00PM - Sunday 9:30AM

*If you are available to work an additional 3 hour shift, your total hours would be 30 hours per week. The day can be of your choosing.

*You'll also work your regular hours on Agency holidays.

To Apply:

• It's easy to apply! Visit http://www.ucpaorwa.org/careers.html and look for the "Caregiver (DSP) - Cool, Young Man (NW Portland)" job opening. Then answer a few fast questions and send a resume and cover letter.
• UCP Oregon is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and actively seeks applicants from diverse backgrounds. UCP considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, military/veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. We encourage BIPOC, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people who experience disabilities to apply.
• Find out more about UCP at: http://www.ucpaorwa.org/.

Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Be able to pass our pre-hiring screenings, including a reference check, a physical with a lifting test of 50lbs, and a criminal history background check.
• Driving on the job is optional-if choosing to drive for UCP, you must be at least 18 years old, have a current driver's license, a reliable personal vehicle, at least two years of driving experience, auto insurance, and a clean driving record.
• Experience in the mental health or developmental disability field preferred, but not required.

Benefits

If you work between 30 to 40 hours per week:

• $18.36 per hour. Annual wage increase based on satisfactory performance.
• Eligible for overtime pay for hours worked over 40 hours per week.
• Holiday pay (double pay for the first 12 hours of any agency holiday shift that you work).
• Great medical, vision, prescription, and alternative care coverage (including massage therapy and naturopathy) for employee, spouse/domestic partner, and children.
• 3 weeks of paid time off per year rising to 4 weeks after 5 years of service at UCP. If you work 30 hours per week on average, your PTO accrual is pro-rated based on the actual hours you have worked every two weeks.
• Mileage reimbursement if driving for UCP.
• 401k retirement plan with up to a 4% employer match.
• Fun, casual work environment, with lots of opportunities for advancement and growth, at one of the top-ranked non-profits in Oregon.

If you work between 20 to 29 hours per week:

• $18.36 per hour. Annual wage increase based on satisfactory performance.
• Eligible for overtime pay for hours worked over 40 hours per week.
• Holiday pay (double pay for the first 12 hours of any agency holiday shift that you work).
• If you work 27 hours per week, you will receive 2 weeks of paid time off per year.
• Mileage reimbursement if driving for UCP.
• 401k retirement plan with up to a 4% employer match.
• Fun, casual work environment, with lots of opportunities for advancement and growth, at one of the top-ranked non-profits in Oregon.

Posted: 8/13/2026