Direct Support Professional

Life Launch Direct Support ProfessionalsLife Launch Direct Support Professionals (DSP-LL) provide supports to a variety of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to facilitate a safe, independent, and enriched lifestyle in their homes, places of employment, and communities. You may assist with building someone's community connections, health & safety needs, money management, everyday life necessities (shopping, cooking, cleaning, etc), and helping someone go out and have fun! DSP-LLs are excited to go to work, reliable, patient, and a great communicator. As a DSP-LL, you will walk in partnership with the people you support toward a life of opportunity, well-being, freedom, and contribution. All DSP-LLs must be able to drive their own vehicle at work and be reimbursed for mileage.Wage & Benefits: $20 per hourWe are also offering a $1,000 sign on bonus that is paid out in increments at set milestones of your employment!We offer Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Supplemental Insurance and FSA for full-time employees, 401(K), Gym discounts and reimbursements, and other lifestyle discounts available to all employees.Position Type: Part Time or Full Time flexible shifts availableFridays and Saturdays are required, hours are generally days, evenings, nights, and weekends.Your supervisor will work with you to create a schedule that works for you and the people you will be supporting.Skills and Qualifications:Must be at least 18 years of age when starting employment.Must have and show basic computer skills and can learn agency applications.Excellent interpersonal skills.Well-organized and attentive to detail.Cooperative and willing to learn.Ability to interpret various instructions.Enhanced math skills – must be able to accurately balance a budget and basic math transactions.Professional, clear, and positive oral and written communication skills both expressive and receptive.Must be able to read, write, and speak English (reasonable accommodation may be made for some positions).PCL's Team members must have dependable, reliable, and regular work attendance, and must adhere to attendance policies.Job Duties:Helping people get to the activities they want to go to, some examples are going swimming, watching movies, hiking, going to concerts, and so much more!Working one on one with a person providing intentional, individual supports.Plan and follow through with fun activities to help people achieve their goals.Help someone build and maintain relationships while respecting their dignity, individual choice, input, and health and safety needs.May involve distributing medications, cooking, house cleaning, working through challenging behaviors, and intimate care.May provide On the Job Attendant Care (OTJAC) supports in a person's place of employment. OTJAC supports are health related supports for people who need attendant care but not assistance with their employment services.Some examples of OTJAC supports are:Guiding individuals to stay on task with job duties.Offering aid during breaks and lunches.Providing physical assistance in the restroom.Physical Requirements:Must be able to lift and transfer 25 pounds minimum; some positions may require more.Appropriately and efficiently responding to emergencies and/or crises (including but not limited to the use of physical intervention).Certifications and Training:Must pass required DHS background check and Protective Service Investigations.Must pass drug screening for illegal substances in the State of Oregon.This position requires a valid driver's license and to drive your own vehicle and be reimbursed for non-commuting miles.Complete and maintain all certifications as required by the position, PCL, and other governing agencies.Must be able to obtain and maintain certification to a satisfactory level in Oregon Intervention System (training provided if hired).Must be able to obtain and maintain certification in CPR (training provided if hired).Complete all duties related to being a Mandatory Abuse Reporter.New hire orientation and on-site training must be completed within 60 days of hire.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.