Direct Support Professional (Community Living Supports)

Position Summary

General Position Summary: The Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Community Living Supports is responsible for providing individualized services that promote independence, informed choice, personal growth, and community participation for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Supports occur in the person’s home, neighborhood, or broader community and are delivered in accordance with the Individual Support Plan (ISP), Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR) 411-450, and Shangri-La policies and procedures. These services are intended to be flexible and responsive to the person’s unique strengths, preferences, and needs.

Position Details:

Status: Part Time up to 29 Hours

Location: Salem, OR

Shift: This position has varying hours including weekends and evenings and must have on-call availability

Starting wage: $20.14 Hourly

Wage Scale: $20.14 to $25.48Report to: CES - Manager

Knowledge:

Knowledge: A High School Diploma or equivalent is required. One year of experience working with individuals with disabilities is preferred. Candidates must have a valid Oregon Driver’s License, an acceptable driving record, and must be able to pass a criminal background check. A strong understanding of person-centered planning, alternative communication strategies, the principles of dignity of risk, and the ability to implement trauma-informed support practices is preferred. The DSP must be proficient in Microsoft Office and capable of learning and using current and future electronic documentation systems and workplace technologies.

Benefits

Paid Training Provided, including Oregon Intervention System (OIS), CPR and First Aid, Medication Administration, and more!

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Shangri-La. Paid holiday hours will be prorated for regular employees scheduled to work less than 30 hours per week.

Paid Sick and Personal Time Off

Gym or other wellness reimbursement

Employee referral reward program401K after eligibility requirements are met

Shangri-La is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Shangri-La will ensure that individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against and are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact Michael Meduri, Talent Engagement Coordinator, at View phone number on carejobs.now or View email address on carejobs.now.

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