Direct Support Professional

Direct Support ProfessionalAlbany, OR - Albany, OR 97321OverviewSalary Range $20.00 - $23.00 Hourly Position Type Part Time Education Level High School Travel Percentage Negligible Category Nonprofit - Social ServicesDescriptionRISE provides services for people with disabilities including residential settings, day programs, employment assistance, managed care, and hourly supports.Our mission is to create opportunities for and with people. This encompasses not only individuals and families for whom we provide services and supports to, but also employees and stakeholders. We believe in the individuals, families and employees who are part of our organization and that opportunities can and should be created through all of our actions.We are seeking Direct Support Professionals who are passionate about working with individuals with disabilities. This includes but not limited to: assisting people with daily living, hygiene, meal prep, mobility, and behavioral supports. We have openings to work in a variety of capacities and settings, including residential homes, day programs and supporting those in the community or in their own home.Essential Functions:Provide assistance to people receiving support through the implementation of the RISE Mission, Vision, and Values.Demonstrate respect and promote choice.Promote the rights of people receiving support and contribute to an environment that is free of abuse, neglect and/or exploitation.Follow clients plan to achieve desired outcomes and provide supports as indicated.Keeping required electronic and paper documentation including data tracking, completing Incident Reports (IRs), and clocking time) and shift notes in compliance with Electronic Visit Verification (EVV through DCI)Assist people (as applicable to the person) with the following supports:Daily livingHygieneIntimate careMobilityEncouraging relationshipsAccessing their community, provide/arrange transportationTherapeutic objectivesSkill developmentCommunicationBehavioral supports to include redirecting and/or physically supporting people using approved techniquesAdequate supervisionMedication and medical issues when indicated. Shall follow medical protocols and doctors orders and implement specialized interventions for dealing with unique health needs as requiredOther needs of the person as identified by the teamCommunicate status of supports and other issues/problems as needed with supervisorAct as an appropriate role model and support people in using appropriate language, dress, table manners, respect, and other behavior as needed.Ensure that individuals health and safety are maintained.Quickly and effectively respond to emergency situations and natural disasters such as fire, application of First Aid, CPR, approved medical protocols, behavior intervention, etc.Providing care for individuals receiving support and meeting minimum supervision levelsAttend staff meetings and other mandatory training as required by RISEPlan and implement meaningful activities that promote skill development for people receiving support.Other duties as assignedQualificationsQualifications:Must have verbal and written communication skills adequate to the specific job.Must be at least eighteen (18) years of ageApproved Background Clearance Application, through the Office of Licensing annuallySpecific language abilities (other than English) may be requiredReliable transportation to the work site and for transporting people, if applicable.Access to a telephoneMust be able to meet minimum training requirements and complete renewals as assigned (ex: Oregon Intervention Systems, CPR, and First Aid classes)If required to transport clients, must maintain a valid Driver's License, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance that meet minimum requirements if personal vehicle is used for transport. Must be at 21 years of age, if required to drive a RISE vehicle.Why RISE?We truly believe that where you work matters- our employees make a positive difference in our clients lives every day and in turn, our clients bring sunshine to gloomy days.Perks:Competitive hourly rateFlexible schedulesOn site- hands on human service experiencePaid for trainingRewarding!Referral Bonus Program15 paid HolidaysNOTE: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or hiring process, please submit your request through one of the following methods listed below: (a) Dedicated fax View phone number on click.appcast.io (b) Dedicated email View email address on click.appcast.io (c) US mail (d) Dedicated phone View phone number on click.appcast.io: DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLYRISE is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We embrace diversity in all its form. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.