Direct Support Professional Gresham

Make a Difference-One Person at a Time

At Out of the Box Solutions, you're not just filling a shift-you're helping someone live a more independent and fulfilling life. We are a person-centered agency, meaning every individual we support is treated with respect, dignity, and a plan built around their goals.

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As a DSP, you'll work one-on-one with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (ID/DD), supporting daily routines, community involvement, and personal goals in a way that is engaging, respectful, and empowering.

If you're looking for meaningful work where what you do truly matters each day, this is the place to be.

Why People Choose This Role

• Consistent, meaningful one-on-one work
• Flexible scheduling that fits your life
• Supportive team that has your back
• The opportunity to truly make an impact every day

What You'll Do

• Support daily routines (cooking, cleaning, personal care with the client)
• Help clients get into the community and stay engaged
• Follow care plans and goals
• Communicate with families and your team
• Complete notes and documentation
• Ensure safety and well-being at all times

What We're Looking For

• Dependable and shows up
• Positive attitude and flexible mindset
• Strong communication skills
• Comfortable working independently

Current Clients Needing Additional Support

Client 1:

• Female | 13yrs | 97080
• Schedule: Friday- Sunday ( times T.B.D.)
• Likes: Libraries, crafts, especially crochet
• Needs: The client is very high masking. She wants to get comfortable with someone by spending time with them. She will need someone patient and understanding of that. She is looking for someone that meets her enthusiasm with things and high energy, someone that is closer to her age (must be 18 or older)

Client 2:

• Male | 20yrs | 97080
• Schedule: Saturdays for 4-6 hours
• Likes: Wants to go on trails, to parks, maybe the gym, active things, bowling, putt putt golfing, perhaps live sports or affordable concerts.
• Needs: Someone who is active, and wants to be on the go and has the energy to match the clients, Help him to work towards finding a new job, get the client into the community, community events, and work on friendships

Client 3:

• Female | 15yrs old | 97060
• Schedule: Saturday & Sunday (any time) and weekdays from 5pm-7pm
• Likes: Strong passion for music and enjoys a wide variety of genres, plays multiple types of guitars, very social and enjoys engaging in conversation,transgender, likes to share her day-to-day experiences, enjoys her peers, loves being outdoors
• Needs: Supports with ADLs (Daily Living Skills), cleaning personal space, needs support to help clean her room, laundry, and those every day tasks, someone who can be engaging and take her into the community, and loves being outdoors, and staying active. Wants someone that can be supportive and comfortable with her.

Client 4:

• Male | 6yrs old | 97233
• Schedule: Sundays from about noon-6pm, with occasional Saturdays or weekday support as needed.
• Likes: loves running, jumping, playing outside, exploring his surroundings, can be very curious!
• Needs: Supports with ADLs (Daily Living Skills), toileting, brushing teeth, learning boundaries and personal space

Requirements

• 18+ years old
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ year of caregiving or related experience
• Valid driver's license, insurance, and reliable transportation
• Smartphone required
• Ability to pass a state required background check
• CPR/First Aid/AED (or willing to obtain)

Pay & Benefits

• $24.00/hour
• Flexible schedule
• Health & dental insurance
• No-cost health plan (15+ hrs/week), including:
  • $25,000 life insurance
  • $2,000 accidental coverage
  • Virtual care options for dependents
• Whole Life Insurance (Voluntary benefit)
• Time off Policy
• Next- day Pay (options)
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Paid training (Subject to variation)

What Happens Next

After applying, you'll receive a short prescreen survey from View email address on click.appcast.io . Completing this helps us move quickly with your application.