Direct Support Professional / DSP

**$1,000 HIRING BONUS

Happy Valley Group Home of Clackamas, OR is calling all go-getters to apply to join our amazing nonprofit team as a full-time Residential Support Professional / DSP!

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM

We are a leading nonprofit company that cares about its employees. We pay our Residential Support Professional / DSPs a competitive wage of $19 - $20 per hour, depending on experience. Our nonprofit team also enjoys great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, a 403(B) pension plan, a flexible spending account (FSA), a health reimbursement account (HRA), an employee assistance program, paid time off (PTO), paid sick leave, 7 paid holidays, and referral bonuses. Plus, we make it easy to apply with our initial quick mobile-optimized application. If we have your attention about this direct support position, please continue reading!

HAPPY VALLEY HOME / COMMUNITY ACCESS SERVICES

Serving Oregonians for more than 30 years, Community Access Services is a private nonprofit organization that provides residential, community, and employment services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who live and work in our community. Our Happy Valley Home provides top-quality care to the three residents it serves. We strive to create a relaxed, mellow vibe to keep our residents comfortable and happy. Our team-oriented environment allows our staff to learn alongside each other, ensuring that the operations of our home run smoothly and every resident receives the care that they need.

Our organization is committed to making a difference in the lives of the people we serve. This mindset isn't just for our residents but extends to our employees as well. We work hard to foster a positive work culture that gives our team the space to grow fulfilling careers they can be proud of.

ARE YOU A GOOD FIT?

Ask yourself: Do you have excellent verbal and written communication skills? Can you remain calm and easily adapt to new situations? Do you enjoy working in a team environment? Can you maintain a friendly and positive attitude? If so, please consider applying for this Residential Support Professional / DSP position today!

YOUR LIFE AS A RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL / DSP

As a direct support professional, you play an essential role in working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a group home setting. You are responsible for providing the necessary support to enhance the quality of life for the individuals we serve while following specified individual service plans (ISP). Most of your day is spent assisting individuals with their personal needs, which includes lifting them in and out of wheelchairs as well as helping with self-care and hygiene. You interact respectfully with each person and promote their own individual freedom and choices. By providing support, you help them maintain their personal property as well as promote new activities, socialization, and community engagement.

In addition, you interact with other staff members and supervisors as well as provide additional support wherever it's needed. Each day you come to the group home, you make sure you're aware of any new programmatic concerns or status issues for the individuals you work with. You stay informed of our emergency protocols in case of a crisis as well as ensure that the facility remains clean and all supplies are organized. Safety is of the utmost importance, and you make sure that the well-being of the individual you work with is always a priority. You enjoy having a job that offers such meaningful work, and this is why you love your position in direct support with our group home!

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

• At least 18 years old
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Ability to pass a background check upon hire
• Desire to work with people with intellectual disabilities

Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities is preferred. A valid driver's license and willingness to become a company driver would be a plus. If you can meet these requirements and perform this direct support job as described above, we would be happy to have you as part of our nonprofit team!

COVID Considerations:

• Masking Required
• Must provide proof of being fully vaccinated by hire date, or submit an application for exemption as allowed pursuant to OHA's regulation.

Location: 97015