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Premier Community Supports

Support for people with disabilities

Direct Support Professional-Español

Residential & Direct SupportConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeGrants Pass, OR, USA$24 - $26 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
  • Must pass the criminal background check required by Oregon state rules.
  • Must have a valid driver's license, automobile insurance, and a reliable vehicle if transportation duties apply.
  • Must have access to a smartphone for documentation, communication, and timekeeping.
  • Must be able to obtain CPR and first-aid certification; training is provided if needed.
  • Must complete required annual training of at least 24 hours.
  • Must be comfortable with animals if applicable.
  • Must be available for day, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts based on the individual's needs.
  • Must be able to meet physical demands that may include lifting up to 23 kg, bending, squatting, standing, walking, driving, sitting, and frequent speaking and listening; reasonable accommodations are available.

Responsibilities

  • Build a person-centered supportive relationship with the individual and provide care aligned with their Individual Support Plan (ISP).
  • Promote autonomy and choice by supporting the individual in exercising their rights and making decisions about their own life.
  • Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and toileting, as needed, and help with household tasks such as laundry, dishes, vacuuming, and tidying.
  • Collaborate with the individual, their family, and the support team to achieve the best possible outcomes.
  • Facilitate community participation by helping the individual plan and attend social, recreational, and appointment-related activities according to their preferences.
  • Support budgeting, shopping for groceries and other items, and meal preparation as needed.
  • Administer medication or support medication protocols after receiving appropriate training.
  • Identify and report incidents or changes in the individual's health, behavior, or circumstances, and maintain required documentation in accordance with applicable regulations.
  • Provide transportation in a personal vehicle if necessary for errands, community outings, or appointments.
  • Adapt to schedule variations, including day, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts, to meet the individual's needs.

Desired Qualifications

  • At least 6 months of experience working with the intellectual and developmental disabilities community, or 1 year of caregiving or related experience, is preferred.
  • Empathy, patience, and a person-centered approach.
  • Strong verbal and written communication.
  • Flexibility and adaptability in changing environments and schedules.
  • Ability to collaborate with families, support teams, and community partners.
  • Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation.
  • Ability to make thoughtful real-time decisions while protecting the safety, dignity, and rights of the people receiving support.

About the Company

Premier Community Supports

Support for people with disabilities

Premier Community Supports provides person-centered services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in southern Oregon. Direct support professionals assist individuals at home and in the community through in-home care, day activities, positive behavior support, 24-hour residential services and employment programs. Plans are coordinated with individuals, families, guardians and case managers around safety, skills and personal goals. The organization's work centers on increasing independence and community participation through direct, individualized support rather than facility-based medical treatment.

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