Join our team and become a part of a supportive community dedicated to individual and community enrichment.
The Direct Support Professional position at Catholic Community Services (CCS) is an essential role in developing and strengthening the lives of those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. CCS is a faith-based organization, rooted in the values of Love, Justice, Truth, and Freedom, that has continually served the community for the past 80 years. We seek individuals who are motivated, compassionate, and eager to make a difference in their community. Along with our competitive wages CCS offers a variety of employer paid benefits for employees. We are committed to providing the best care for those that we serve and advancement opportunities for our staff. Join us today and become a champion in the lives of others!
Pay: $17.04 - $20.25 / hour (based on experience and education)
Schedule: Day, Swing, NOC
Location: Woodburn, OR
General Position Summary:
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) will provide support to residents in our Adult Residential Services Program and/or Day Support Activities. The DSP has hands-on responsibility for promoting and enhancing the development of each resident, enabling skill acquisition to occur and for assuring the overall health, safety, and Adult Daily Living (ADL’s) activities for all residents.
Benefits we provide:
- 4 Weeks Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) per year
- Medical/ Vision Coverage for Employees
- 401(k) Retirement Plan Employer Match
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life Insurance Plan
- 6 Paid Holidays/ Holiday Pay
- Jury Duty Paid Leave
- Bereavement Leave
- On the job training and CPR/First Aid certification
- Annual performance evaluations and pay increases
- Employee appreciation events
Additional Benefits Offered:
- Multiple Dental Plan Options
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Legal Guidance
- Work-life Solutions
- Will Preparation
- 24/7 Resource Support & Information
- Employee Referral Program
- On the Job Training
Minimum Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED preferred or any equivalent basic reading, writing, computer and math skills. Work related knowledge and experience is a plus.
- Be able to lift up to 65 pounds for a total of up to 130 pounds in a two-person lift.
- Ability to push/pull 1-55lbs.
- Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license (or the ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver license within 30 days of hire) and a driving record that permits coverage under the agency’s corporate auto liability policy and personal automobile liability insurance coverage.
Preferred Qualification, Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Required to Demonstrate Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities to/of show dependability and reliability by being punctual, adhering to attendance protocols and maintaining consistent attendance.
- Basic knowledge of Individual Support Plans, Emergency Response Procedures, OAR applicable standards and other state requirements, Self Determination Principles and Practices, Person/Resident Rights
- Knowledge regarding Adult Residential Services Program policies, procedures, and statement of purpose.
- Obtain and maintain a CPR and First Aid certification and keep current in all other required CCS training courses.
- Communicate effectively (written and oral) and appropriately with verbal or non-verbal individuals.
- Follow nurse, physician, dental, and health care professional’s direction for care.
- Gather data and document accurately in written and electronic format.
- Complete an d maintain proficiency in core competencies.
- Flexible and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Prioritize workload, complete tasks and meet deadlines.
- Drive a full-size passenger van equipped with a wheelchair lift.
- Maintain confidential information and work with all the people we serve.
- Work as a team member with a respectful and solution focused mindset.
- Follow directions and be accurate.
- Respond to changing health care needs.
Essential Position Functions and Key Work Processes
Under the supervision of Adult Resident Services Supervisor and the daily direction and monitoring of the Shift Coordinator. Performs the following essential functions:
- Relate to residents in a continuous, consistent, warm, c
