Full-Time
Direct Support Professional
Updated on 9/3/2026
Premier Community Supports
Support for people with disabilities
Compensation Overview
$24 - $26/hr
Arlington, OR, USA
In Person
Supports individuals throughout Gilliam County and includes occasional travel to community locations.
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- Must be at least 18 years old.
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check under Oregon state requirements.
- A valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, and reliable vehicle are required if transportation duties apply.
- Smartphone access is required for documentation, communication, and timekeeping.
- Must be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certification; training is provided if needed.
- Must complete the required annual training of at least 24 hours.
- Must be comfortable around animals if applicable.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform bending, squatting, standing, walking, driving, and frequent sitting, talking, and hearing.
- Must be available for day, evening, and night shifts, including weekends.
- Build a supportive, person-centered relationship with the individual and deliver care aligned with the Individual Support Plan.
- Promote autonomy and choice by supporting the individual in exercising their rights and making decisions about their own life.
- Assist with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and toileting, and help with household tasks including laundry, dishes, vacuuming, and tidying.
- Collaborate with the individual, family, and support team to enable the best possible outcomes.
- Facilitate community participation by helping the individual plan and attend social, recreational, and appointment-based activities based on their preferences.
- Support budgeting, shopping for groceries and other items, and meal preparation when needed.
- Administer medications or support medication protocols after completing appropriate training.
- Identify and report incidents or changes in the individual’s health, behavior, or circumstances, and maintain required documentation in compliance with applicable regulations.
- Provide transportation in a personal vehicle when required for errands, community outings, or appointments.
- Adapt to schedule variations to meet the individual’s needs.
- Work primarily in the individual’s home environment, with occasional travel to community locations.
- At least six months of experience working with the intellectual and developmental disabilities community or one year of caregiving or related experience.
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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