Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

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Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

Broadmead Medical Services Inc

icon Portland, OR, US, 97201

iconFull Time

icon7 November 2024

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Company Description

At Dungarvin, our primary goal is to create a positive influence in the lives of the people we serve. We help individuals with different abilities, like intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, autism, and mental health conditions, in a variety of programs with a focus on providing person-centered care.  

Where barriers exist, Dungarvin will provide services and supports to make a positive difference.

  • Wage:  Starting at $20.00 per hour and increases to $20.50 after 90 days
  • Schedule:  Full-time

What's In It For You:  

  • Personal fulfillment, a meaningful career, and the chance to make a difference.
  • Positively impact someone’s life. 
  • Gain healthcare experience to further your career.
  • Reliable work schedule.
  • Varied day-to-day experiences; no two days are the same.

Benefits & Perks

  • Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for full-time employees
  • Supplemental Insurance
  • Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for full-time employees
  • Pet Insurance
  • Life Insurance for full-time employees
  • 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match based on eligibility requirements
  • PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
  • PTO Donation
  • Growth and Development Opportunities
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • National Brand Discounts
  • Pay Active – access up to 50% of your pay before payday
  • PAID training and orientation

Job Description

A Direct Support Professional (DSP) caregiver offers essential support, positive direction, instruction, and uplifting encouragement to individuals with various abilities, including mental, physical, intellectual, and developmental.  Their primary goal is to enhance the quality of life, promote independence, and empower the individuals we serve with a person-centered approach. 

What You Get to Do:

  • Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
  • Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals we serve.
  • Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, personal hygiene and more.
  • Light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation.
  • Build relationships with persons served and teammates.
  • Attend special community occasions and fun activities like outdoor walks, games, and social events.
  • Transport clients to appointments or other activities outside the home.
  • Empower people with disabilities to live life to the fullest.
  • Document progress, milestones, and action steps.

Qualifications

What Makes You a Great Fit: 

  • Person-centered, patient, and kind
  • Dependable, adaptable, flexible
  • Observant and detail-oriented
  • Positive role-model for others and able to work on a team
  • Committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment
  • Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand
  • 18 years or older
  • Able to attend two weeks of PAID in-house orientation and training
  • Valid driver’s license*
  • Reliable transportation

Additional Information

Dungarvin believes that diversity and inclusion make our organization stronger. Together, we're working to create a culture that supports our employees and the people we serve. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.  

Join us in making a positive impact and helping individuals with disabilities lead fulfilling lives. Apply now and be a part of our mission to empower and support our community!

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