What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (DSP) --- $18.00/hour position at Alternative Services-Oregon Inc.?
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*** $18.00/hour (wage includes $1.00 temp. crisis pay) ***
A Direct Support Professional (DSP) is someone who helps people who have intellectual or developmental disabilities to live their best life.
Job Duties:
- Help with basic daily living activities, including cooking, cleaning, and personal care
- Accompany individuals to activities such as shopping, going to the movies or concerts and volunteering
- Assist individuals to and from doctor’s appointments, work, school, or visiting friends or family in the community
- Following and documenting support plans and protocols
- Administer medications
- Basic experience with computers and programs
- COVID-19 proof of vaccination or approved exemption
Requirements:
- No experience required - paid training provided
- Must be 18 years or older and have a high school diploma or GED
- Valid driver’s license
- Must be able to lift/push/carry 50 lbs.
- Read/write/understand English
Mission Statement:
Supporting People to Experience Meaningful Lives
About Us:
Alternative Services - Oregon, Inc. (ASI-OR) is dedicated to providing 24-hour residential supports to children and adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities, and employment and community living supports to adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Application Question(s):
- If offered a position, when could you start?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Developmental Disabilities: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: One location