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Homes For Good

Intern - Maintenance

Springfield, OR · On-site

$15.05/hr

The Agency's primary work is to help low-income Lane County residents access and maintain affordable housing. Homes for Good has been and will continue to implement a workplace culture change that ...

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How much do low income jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for low income in Oregon is $75,217.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,392.00 and $100,239.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are low income jobs?

Low income jobs are positions that typically pay wages or salaries below the median income level for a region or country. These jobs are often found in sectors such as retail, hospitality, food service, agriculture, and home care. Workers in low income jobs may struggle to afford basic necessities and are sometimes eligible for government assistance programs. Improving skills or pursuing education can help individuals move into higher-paying positions over time.

What challenges might someone working in a low income housing specialist role encounter, and how can they effectively address them?

Professionals in Low Income Housing Specialist roles often face challenges such as navigating complex eligibility requirements, balancing high caseloads, and addressing urgent housing needs with limited resources. Effective communication, strong organizational skills, and staying updated on local housing policies are key to overcoming these challenges. Successful specialists often collaborate closely with clients, landlords, and community organizations to secure housing and support services, making adaptability and empathy crucial qualities for the role.

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

To thrive in low-income jobs, individuals often need a strong work ethic, basic literacy and numeracy skills, and sometimes a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with workplace safety protocols, point-of-sale systems, or specific equipment relevant to the job (such as cleaning tools or warehouse machinery) can be important. Dependability, adaptability, and effective communication help individuals excel and build positive relationships with supervisors and coworkers. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining steady employment, advancing to better positions, and ensuring workplace safety and productivity.

What is the difference between Low Income vs Cashier?

AspectLow IncomeCashier
Required CredentialsVaries, often no formal education neededHigh school diploma or equivalent often required
Work EnvironmentVarious, including retail, service, or manual laborRetail stores, supermarkets, fast food outlets
Industry UsageRefers to income level, not a specific jobSpecific job role within retail or service sectors

Low Income describes a person's income level, often used to identify economic status, while a Cashier is a specific job role within retail or service industries. Understanding this difference helps clarify whether you're discussing income categories or employment positions.

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What job categories do people searching Low Income jobs in Oregon look for?

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What cities in Oregon are hiring for Low Income jobs?

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Infographic showing various Low Income job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, 38% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 67% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 32% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,217 per year, or $36.2 per hour.

Low Incidence Disabilities Specialist - 1.0 FTE - Columbia Regional Inclusive Services

Portland Public Schools

Portland, OR • On-site

$35.30 - $47.71/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 2 days ago

New

Portland Public Schools (Oregon) rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

191st of 634 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Posting Timeline
This job is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as received. Portland Public Schools reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any point during the posting period.
Position Details
BASIC FUNCTION
Prepare and support students birth-to-21 with low incidence sensory, physical, and/or neuro-developmental disabilities by providing direct and indirect capacity-building services that emphasize access. Engage in team-based assessments that encompass consideration of the student, their environments, the tasks they need to perform, tools they need and language modality. T rain and coach sta? to select and implement adaptive tools and communication methods that help students overcome barriers to access. Organization, distribute, and train others to use materials n ecessary to provide students with low incidence disabilities access. Deliver professional development and technical assistance; collaborate with disability-specific professionals and other team members to meet individual student needs.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
  • Work alongside disability-specific specialists (e.g., teachers of the visually impaired, teachers of the deaf and hard of hearing, autism specialists, AAC specialist, etc.) to plan and implement interventions and supports to increase/promote access.
  • Collaborate with school-based and early childhood professionals to assess and problem-solve access barriers for students with low incidence disabilities, and plan and implement solutions.
  • Model techniques and the use of tools to engage students with sensory, physical, and neurodevelopmental disabilities.
  • Train and coach on concepts related to the presumption of competence and the "least dangerous assumption" to support students with complex communication and motor needs.
  • Develop and disseminate resources related to best practices and research-supported methods for serving and supporting students with low incidence disabilities.
  • Maintain and support materials and adaptive equipment specialized for use by students with low incidence disabilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum Qualifications:
Two (2) years of credits from an accredited college or university, working toward a major in education, special education, communication disorder, or a related field and at least five (5) years of experience serving students with one or more low incidence disabilities are required. A Bachelor's is preferred.
OR
Oregon board licensure and/or certification as at least one of the following required: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA), Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLP-A), Assistive Technology Practitioner (ATP), Braille Transcriber (Library of Congress), or Sign Language Interpreter (NIC certification).
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
  • Best practices, techniques, and equipment used among students with low incidence disabilities including.
  • Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
  • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
  • Oral and written communication techniques.
  • Report writing and record keeping methods.
  • O?ice machines, computers and software technologies.
  • A merican Sign Language (ASL) and English bilingual/bicultural strategies.
  • Operate a variety of adaptive technologies designed for students with low incidence disabilities, general o?ice machines, computers, technologies and software.
  • Advocate, model, learn and implement Portland Public Schools Racial Equity initiative.
  • Assure e?icient and timely completion of o?ice and program projects and activities.
  • Work e?ectively with students with complex sensory, motor, and neurodevelopmental disabilities.
  • Support the academic needs of culturally, linguistically, and/or socio-economically diverse students and families including those from a low-income background and with whom English is a second language.
  • Demonstrate understanding and patience toward students with learning, emotional and/or physical impairment challenges.
  • Administer first aid, CPR, and necessary physical assistance to students in accordance with District policy.
  • Serve as an e?ective role model for students.
  • Train students and sta? in the use of adaptive technologies for students with low incidence disabilities.
  • Demonstrate confidence, tact, confidentiality, professionalism, discretion and sound judgment.
  • Demonstrate adaptability to changing circumstances and priorities within the learning environment.
  • Demonstrate a willingness to work collaboratively as an educational team member.
  • Maintain confidentiality of student information and records in accordance with local, state and Federal laws.
  • Communicate e?ectively both orally and in writing. Coach
  • Coach families, students and sta? in development of ASL skills and knowledge. Provide direct ASL consultation and coaching to support family engagement and development of appropriate ASL skills and knowledge including designing and implementing activities that support student and family needs using best practice bilingual strategies.

Special Requirements
  • Some positions in this classification may require the use of a personal automobile and possession of a valid driver's license.
  • Current American Red Cross standard first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation certifications are required no later than the completion of the probationary period and must be maintained throughout district employment.
  • Some positions in this classification may require the ability to communicate e?ectively, both orally and in writing, in sign language and/or a language other than English.

SALARY: $35.30 - $47.71
WORK YEAR: 210 days
FTE: 1.0 (40 hours per week)
Portland Public Schools (PPS) is seeking talented people from diverse backgrounds and experiences to lead change and inspire PPS students. At PPS, every employee, despite having different roles, is an educator. We hope to attract talented educators who model the core PPS Educator Essentials . With the District's focus on eliminating systemic racism and its adverse impact on student learning, we seek to hire individuals who bring to our district a deep commitment to racial equity and social justice.
The District is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in all its educational and employment activities. The District prohibits discrimination based on perceived or actual race; national or ethnic origin; color; sex; religion; age; sexual orientation; gender expression or identity; pregnancy; marital status; veteran's status; familial status; economic status or source of income; mental or physical disability or perceived disability; or military service.
504 Coordinator: Katie Loewen, kloewen@pps.net , 503-916-3337 x63337
ADA Coordinator: Jey Buno, jbuno@pps.net , 503-916-3360
D irector of Civil Rights: Dr. Bobby Cruz, bcruz@pps.net , 503-839-3660
Accessibility Statement
Benefits Information
Portland Public Schools (PPS) offers several competitive and comprehensive benefit packages to employees. Fringe benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription, life and disability insurance, employee assistance program, 403(b) retirement savings plan and various leave and professional development programs. Depending on the insurance option selected by the employee, there may be an employee contribution toward insurance.
Portland Public Schools is a public employer and participates in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS/OPSRP). Eligible employees are required by statute to contribute 6% of salary on a pre-tax basis to OPSRP/IAP, after serving six months under a PERS employer.
For more information about additional benefits or compensation options by employee group, please visit our website at: https://www.pps.net/Page/1635

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