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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-timeSalem, OR, USA$24.50 - $26.50 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

  • Be at least 18 years old.
  • Have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
  • Pass the criminal background check required by Oregon state regulations.
  • Have a valid driver's license, automobile insurance, and a reliable vehicle if transportation duties apply.
  • Have access to a smartphone for documentation, communication, and timekeeping.
  • Be able to obtain CPR and first-aid certifications; training is provided if needed.
  • Complete the required annual training, with a minimum of 24 hours.
  • Be comfortable with animals when applicable.
  • Be able to lift up to 23 kg and perform the physical activities required, including bending, squatting, standing, walking, driving, sitting, speaking, and listening frequently; reasonable accommodations are available.
  • Be available for day, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts as needed.
  • Communicate verbally and in writing, collaborate with families and support teams, maintain accurate documentation, and make thoughtful real-time decisions that protect the safety, dignity, and rights of the individuals supported.

Responsibilities

  • Build a person-centered supportive relationship with the individual and provide care in alignment with their Individual Support Plan (ISP).
  • Promote the individual's autonomy and choice by supporting their rights and 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.
  • Help the individual plan and attend social and recreational activities and appointments in the community according to their preferences.
  • Support budgeting, shopping for groceries and other items, and meal preparation as needed.
  • Administer medications or support medication protocols after receiving appropriate training.
  • Identify and report incidents or changes in the individual's health, behavior, or circumstances, and maintain documentation required by applicable regulations.
  • Provide transportation in a personal vehicle when necessary for errands, community outings, or appointments.
  • Adapt to varying schedules, including day, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts, to meet the individual's needs.

Desired Qualifications

  • At least six months of experience working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, or one year of caregiving or related experience.

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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