Direct Support Professional (Thurs-Mon, shifts scheduled between 8:00a-8:00p - female-staffing required)
Home Life Inc.·Corvallis, Oregon
$19 - $21/hrUnknown
Home Life Inc.·Corvallis, Oregon
Provide direct support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to help them live independently and build community relationships. Responsibilities include managing health and safety protocols, handling finances, and advocating for the individuals' goals and rights.
This shift requires female-only staffing
00a and 8:00p. Scheduled hours will vary within this timeframe, with a guaranteed 40 hours per week.
Home Life -
Position: Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Reports to: Program Manager
Program/Division: Supported Living
Supervises: N/A
Pay Classification: Non-Exempt (Hourly, eligible for overtime)
Last Revised: 01-2024
Direct Support Professionals assist people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to enjoy active, productive, and empowered lives by providing support to increase or maintain the skills needed to live independently and build relationships in the community.
Duties: & Responsibilities:
1.
Report directly to the Program Manager; adhere to all policies, rules, and procedures of Home Life, Oregon Developmental Disability Services, DHS, and Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR).
2.
Ensure that working hours are accurately documented by clocking in and out in the payroll system and submitting Timecard Change forms if changes to your timecard are needed.
3.
Understand the importance of respecting the homes and boundaries of supported individuals and treating their property with respect and professionalism.
4.
Understand the requirements of maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding individual information.
5.
Work as a team with the other support staff in the program to ensure the best quality of services are provided to our supported individuals.
6.
Assure that all pertinent information regarding supported individuals, major issues, or the program is communicated to other staff or supervisors as needed.
7.
Assure that all supported individuals’ households are safe and communicate any maintenance needs of their home to a Supported Living Manager as applicable.
8.
Attend and participate in staff meetings unless excused by the Manager and attend all required training as assigned by the management or Training Coordinator.
9.
Complete initial core competency training standards and at least 24 hours of in-service every year of employment.
10.
Read all pertinent Therap and other documentation each shift and communicate with staff appropriately.
11.
Assume additional responsibilities as assigned by Management.
1.
Follow the Individual Support Plan(s) and protocols of supported individuals as outlined by the ISP team.
2.
Complete all documentation in accordance with directives and training in a timely manner and consistent with the OAR guidelines.
3.
Assure that the supported individuals’ medical needs are met according to their ISP and support needs, including physical supports and assistance navigating wheelchairs.
4.
Respond appropriately to emergent situations, following the Individual Support Plan 5.
Document and update supported individuals’ medical records, e.g.
Medical updates, medical orders, immunizations, weights, ongoing medical records, and MARs if used by an individual.
6.
If applicable, become delegated to perform medical tasks by a licensed, contracted Registered Nurse.
7.
Become trained in individual positive behavior supports (when applicable) and follow the plan including using safeguarding techniques and protective physical intervention as necessary.
1.
Follow supported individuals' Financial Plan as described in their Individual Support Plan (ISP).
2.
Document purchases, expenses, and receipts in Financial Books and Logs of Supported Individuals and return immediately following the end of the shift.
3.
Ensure the safeguarding of finances and that individual funds are maintained in a safe, secure space.
1.
Read, ensure understanding, and continually follow supported individuals’ ISP and all other support plans as applicable.
2.
Assist supported individuals in meeting goals and objectives listed in their ISP.
3.
Use the least intrusive supportive services to assist and encourage supported individuals to live as independently as possible within a safe, healthy environment that fosters growth, with the understanding that they have many capabilities, are valuable, and contribute to the community.
4.
Assure supported individuals’ routines are adhered to, e.g., work routine, day supports, appointments, and all other activities.
5.
Advocate for supported individuals and attend assigned meetings and appointments.
6.
Assist supported individuals in understanding their rights, responsibilities, and freedoms to facilitate individual independence.
7.
Assist supported individuals in developing and maintaining positive connections in the community; model and teach safety and appropriate social behavioral etiquette.
8.
Assist supported individuals’ relationships to maintain and grow with friends and families, and in coordinating, confirming, and following through with family.
9.
Coordinate and develop social/recreational activities to enrich the program.
Ability to stand and walk for sustained periods of time
Ability to do light lifting (less than 20 lbs.) on a frequent basis and moderate lifting (20-50 lbs.) on an infrequent basis.
Ability to perform repetitive movements or tasks on a frequent basis.
Ability to apply physical holds (as per Oregon Intervention System OIS instruction) and other duties as needed with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to push an individual in a wheelchair
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and the ability to pass a criminal background check. Preferred candidates have experience in caregiving or a degree in Human Development or Psychology.
Market context
In Oregon, administration roles in healthcare often stay competitive because employers look for candidates who can balance resident-facing support, computer work, and physical tasks. This posting’s requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, which can save you time when comparing opportunities. If you apply, be ready to show your driver’s license, any resident activities experience, and comfort with lifting up to 50 pounds.
