Caregiver/Direct Support Professional

Rise & Shine Social Enterprise
Springfield, OR, US
Full-time

Job Description

Job Description

WHO WE ARE : Rise & Shine is revolutionizing care-giving to our communities’ most vulnerable populations. By taking a person-centered focused approach, we are raising the standard of support to give individuals who experience learning disabilities an opportunity to live their best life.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR : We are looking for a dynamic Direct Support Professional who is aligned with our mission and has empathy for our unique client population.

We seek an organized, detail-oriented and positive leader who is comfortable working in an ever changing, fast-paced startup-like environment.

Must be able to oversee multiple roles and be adaptable to new ideas and changes.

Position Overview : The Direct Support Professional (DSP) will work as part a team to serve individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Springfield area.

At Rise & Shine, DSPs support clients with living meaningful and rewarding lives. This includes assisting with daily living activities, administering medication and advocacy.

FLSA Status : Non-exempt, hourly

Reports to : Program Manager

Essential Job Functions

Support clients with daily living activities, such as personal care and health management, communication, achieving personal and educational goals, meal planning and preparation, shopping, housekeeping, basic home maintenance and safety, home management, financial management, community involvement, developing meaningful connections, and decision making.

Transporting individuals in company vehicles or on public transit.

Advocate for the rights of the people we support.

Assist with creating Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and Behavioral Support Plans (BSPs).

Administer medication to clients requiring such support

Documentation in Therap and record keeping as required

Report suspected neglect or abuse per the OAR requirements.

Attend all team meetings and training as required.

Train and welcome new staff into the homes.

Preferred Qualifications :

1-2 years of experience as a DSP or CNA (preferred, not required)

6 months of experience caregiving or customer service

Therap Training- or ability to obtain

CPR Training- or ability to obtain

English or Spanish speaking, bilingual (preferred, not required)

Minimum Requirements :

Must have High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Must possess a valid Oregon Driver’s License and be insurable by company provider.

Must pass Oregon criminal background screening.

Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs., bend and / or squat

Must be able to walk up and down stairs

Must be able to perform job with or without a reasonable accommodation

The above statements describe the general nature of work being performed. At no time, should the above be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required to do set tasks.

This job description does not imply or constitute as a contract for employment.

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