Direct Support Professional/Caregiver (In Hood River)

This position is eligible for a $1,000 Sign-On bonus for new hires after 6 months of employment with CCI

Are you:

Someone who wants to help make a difference in people’s lives?

Interested in the healthcare industry but don’t know where to start?

Looking for a rewarding career with opportunities for growth?

As a Direct Support Professional at CCI, you will directly and positively impact the lives of individuals diagnosed with intellectual and developmental disabilities and gain skills that will last you a lifetime! If this sounds like a fit for you please read on, and apply today!

About Us

Center for Continuous Improvement, Inc. (CCI) is a non-profit organization providing residential supports to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Oregon since 1993. Our mission is to assure the provision of resident care while supporting individuals in exercising personal choice, as well as, achieving equality, dignity, opportunity and inclusion in the community.

We are seeking dependable, compassionate, creative, energetic, self-motivated direct caregivers with a strong work ethic that are looking to make a difference in the lives of youth and adults with developmental disabilities.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Providing a positive and fun environment
• Assisting with personal care and hygiene, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Assisting with home skills, such as preparing meals, housekeeping, and laundry
• Medication administration
• Monitoring health and ensuring safety
• Supporting positive behaviors
• Maintaining records and data entries

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age (Per OAR 411-323-0050 (7)(a))
• High school diploma/GED
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug test
• Must have reliable transportation to group home and trainings at the Portland admin office
• Impeccable attendance
• Must have some weekend availability

• Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as mandated in the state of Oregon (a booster is not required to be considered fully vaccinated)

Details:

• Pay begins at $19.00/hr, with $0.25 raise after 6 months (and positive performance review), $0.20 raise after 1 year and an additional $0.50 for qualified drivers
• $1,000 Sign-On bonus for new hires after 6 months of employment with CCI, with exemplary attendance/performance and timely training completion

• Full-time (day on weekends; swing and graveyard shifts available) must have schedule availability and flexibility
• Overtime typically available!
• Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Sick Leave, and Vacation
• Provided paid training, including Oregon Intervention System (OIS), CPR & First Aid, Medication Administration, and more! (Note: Training takes place at our Portland Administration Office)

Availability:

• Cover letter must include days and shifts you are available to work. Preference is given to applicants who are able to work weekends, swing and grave shifts.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion sex/gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law”

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay
• Signing bonus

COVID-19 considerations:
To ensure the health and safety of our residents and staff, CCI provides facial coverings/masks as well as gloves and hand sanitizer. All training class sizes are kept as small and socially distanced as possible. Vaccination against Covid-19 is required.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: One location