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Medical Assistant

Tualatin, OR

$18.50 - $23.75/hr

Apply today or refer a friend to us for a cash bonus! Key Responsibilities * Greet and room patients * Obtain vital signs and patient history * Chart documentation into EHR * Sterile set-up and wound ...

Touchmark

Casual Caregiver

Portland, OR · On-site

$24.16/hr

I AM AN ALLY • I AM A FRIEND • I AM A GIVER As a Caregive r with Touchmark, you will enrich lives every day by ensuring residents in our assisted living and memory care neighborhoods receive the ...

HAN Staff

RN - Interventional Radiology

Portland, OR · On-site

$2.7K - $3.5K/wk

Refer a friend & Cash in! * Travel reimbursement and per diem allowances * Employee discounts * Educational opportunities Health Advocates Network was founded based on a shared aspiration to improve ...

HAN Staff

RN - Pediatrics

Portland, OR · On-site

Refer a friend & Cash in! * Travel reimbursement and per diem allowances * Employee discounts * Educational opportunities Health Advocates Network was founded based on a shared aspiration to improve ...

HAN Staff

RN - Cath Lab

Portland, OR · On-site

Refer a friend & Cash in! * Travel reimbursement and per diem allowances * Employee discounts * Educational opportunities Health Advocates Network was founded based on a shared aspiration to improve ...

Touchmark

Certified Medication Aide

Portland, OR · On-site

$21.65 - $25.17/hr

I AM AN ALLY • I AM A FRIEND • I AM A GIVER Touchmark in the West Hills is Portland, OR's leading full-service retirement community, enriching the lives of residents and their families through ...

Touchmark

Medication Aide

Portland, OR

$21.65 - $25.17/hr

I AM AN ALLY • I AM A FRIEND • I AM A GIVER Touchmark in the West Hills is Portland, OR's leading full-service retirement community, enriching the lives of residents and their families through ...

Touchmark

Medication Aide

West Slope, OR · On-site

$21.65 - $25.17/hr

I AM AN ALLY • I AM A FRIEND • I AM A GIVER Touchmark in the West Hills is Portland, OR's leading full-service retirement community, enriching the lives of residents and their families through ...

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How much do friend jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for friend in Portland, OR is $17.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.81 and $19.13 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are 'Friends' as a job?

A 'Friend' as a job refers to a professional companion who offers emotional support, conversation, and company to clients. This role is sometimes called a 'rent-a-friend' or 'professional friend,' where individuals are paid to spend time with others, attend events, or simply provide a listening ear. The work is strictly platonic and focuses on improving social experiences and reducing loneliness for clients. Professional friends may meet people in person or online, depending on the arrangement and service offered.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Friend, and why are they important?

I'm sorry, but 'Friend' is not a recognized professional occupation and does not have formal key skills or qualifications applicable to employment.

What is the difference between Friend vs Caregiver?

AspectFriendCaregiver
Required CredentialsNoneTraining or certification often required
Work EnvironmentCasual, personal settingsProfessional, often in clients' homes or facilities
Employer & Industry UsagePersonal relationships, social settingsHealthcare, social services
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding personal vs professional rolesJob responsibilities, qualifications

While friends provide personal support without formal training, caregivers are trained professionals offering specialized assistance. The key difference lies in credentials, work environment, and purpose—friends are personal contacts, whereas caregivers are employed to deliver professional care services.

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Infographic showing various Friend job openings in Portland, OR as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $35,617 per year, or $17.1 per hour.
Professional Mentor "Friend"

Professional Mentor "Friend"

Friends of the Children

Vancouver, WA • On-site

$26.44/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

**This position is not dependent on federal funding.**
Our mission is to impact generational change by empowering youth who are facing the greatest obstacles through relationships with professional mentors-12+ years, no matter what. Unlike other programs, we exclusively focus on children who are also facing many systemic obstacles for whom short-term solutions and single-programmatic solutions will not work. Throughout the 12+ years in the program, our team supports youth to set and accomplish academic and developmental goals, while consistently supporting each youth through the unique challenges they face. Over the long-term, our goals ensure that youth graduate from high school ready for post-secondary education, employment, or military service, steer clear of the juvenile justice system, set positive life goals, and adopt healthy lifestyles. Ultimately, our trauma-informed approach supports youth to develop skills for self-sufficiency and breaking the cycle of generational poverty so they will thrive as mentally and physically healthy, empowered members of society.
Essential responsibilities:
As a Friend, you will:
  • Support a roster of eight (8) youth
  • Spend four (4) hours each week supporting each of the youth on your roster
    • Two hours each week in school
    • Two hours each week in the community
  • Manage and coordinate schedules with your youths' caregivers and teachers
  • Manage allocated monthly budget for each youth
  • Maintain your Outlook calendar to reflect your schedule and location accurately.
  • Document touchpoints and activities with your youth and their families, teachers, and others accurately and timely in our data system, including
    • Weekly outings
    • Annual assessments
    • Quarterly reports
  • Maintain a 40-hour work schedule that
    • Is Tuesday through Saturday (with Sundays and Mondays off)
    • Includes afternoons and evenings (typically from 9:00/10:00 a.m. to 6:00/7:00 p.m.)
  • Attend and actively participate in regularly scheduled meetings
    • 1:1 with your Program Manager
    • Team meetings
    • All Staff meetings
    • Workgroups
  • Transport youth in your personal vehicle with mileage reimbursed
  • Collaborate with your Program Manager and the Programming & Wellness Manager to provide wrap around support for your youth and their families
  • Participate in and support special activities and fundraising events
  • Fulfil other responsibilities as requested

To be successful in mentoring youth, you will:
  • Utilize trauma-informed and culturally responsive lens in your work
  • Spend time with your roster, one-on-one and in group activity settings
  • Set and accomplish short-term academic and developmental goals for your roster Support academic skill development to ensure your youth are at grade level
  • Assist with systems navigation to remove barriers to access for your youth and their families
  • Utilize data to inform your work with your youth and families
  • Nurture emotional intelligence, resilience, and coping strategies and help youth develop healthy lifestyle choices through workshops and activities designed to encourage physical activity, nutrition education, and mental wellness practices
  • Advocate to secure additional resources, opportunities, and services for youth as appropriate
  • Develop positive relationships with families, teachers, and others involved in each child's life

Qualifications:
  • Willingness to commit for a minimum of three years
  • Bilingual Spanish or Chuukese preferred but not required
  • Have a safe and reliable vehicle for driving to various work locations and transporting youth
  • Maintain First Aid/CPR certification
  • Strong collaborative and interpersonal skills
  • Technical skills that include ability to utilize a computer, MS Outlook email and calendar, smart phone, and the ability to learn and adapt to other various types of web-based platforms for expense reporting, time tracking for payroll, etc.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with children in varied capacities and settings
  • Ability to work independently and as a team player
  • Ability to manage several concurrent issues and solve problems effectively
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • A sense of humor is a plus

Salary Range:
Full-time, non-exempt position at an hourly rate of $26.44
Benefits:
The benefit package is comprehensive and includes the following:
  • Medical, dental, EAP, and vision coverage paid 100% for the employee by the organization; 25% of the premium for dependents is paid for by the organization
  • 401k plan with matching of up to 2.5%
  • Long-term Disability, Life, and ADD coverage paid 100% for the employee by the organization

Plus a robust paid time off package that includes the following annually (prorated based on start date):
  • 120 hours vacation (with progressive increases based on longevity)
  • 80 hours sick
  • 10 paid holidays
  • 6 mental health days
  • Paid time off for the work days that occur during our closure between Christmas and New Year's Day

Professional Level:
Professional
Minimum Education and Experience Required:
Minimum of an Associate's degree
Minimum of three years working with children
Location:
Vancouver, Washington
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Friends of the Children is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to addressing discriminatory practices. The equal employment opportunity policy of Friends of the Children provides fair and equal opportunities for all employees and job applicants. Friends of the Children hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.
Friends of the Children is growing rapidly as communities across the country are experiencing the power of how "One" changes a child's story: One Friend. One Child. 12+ years. No matter what. #ThePowerOfOne
To learn more about Friends of the Children go to: https://friendsswwa.org/

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