Caregiver (DSP) - Fun-Loving Woman

Are you looking for a meaningful caregiving job? If so, UCP Oregon might have the perfect position for you!

UCP Oregon is an exciting and empowering place to work. We help adults who experience developmental disabilities to live the life of their dreams—whether that’s living independently, working in a great job, or pursuing their interests and hobbies. 

We’re currently seeking a caregiver “Personal Assistant” who will support a woman who lives in her own apartment in Milwaukie and experiences developmental disabilities. She is an energetic, enthusiastic woman with a great sense of humor. She is very outgoing and enjoys meeting new people to socialize with. She is eager to work with a “Personal Assistant” who enjoys having lots of fun. Together, you will go on outings such as exploring her wonderful neighborhood, going bowling, and playing games such as UNO.

You will also work together on household chores, cooking, and running errands. She needs assistance with showering, taking medications, eating, and transferring from her wheelchair.

You’ll work 2 shifts per week totaling 42 hours: 12pm on Sunday to 8pm on Monday (32-hour shift) and 8am to 6pm Friday (10-hour shift). *You’ll also work your regular hours on Agency holidays.

• High school diploma or GED.

• Be able to pass our pre-hiring screenings, including a reference check, a physical with a lifting test of 50lbs, and a criminal history background check.

• Drivers preferred—if choosing to drive for UCP, you must be at least 18 years old, have a current driver’s license, a reliable personal vehicle, at least two years of driving experience, auto insurance, and a clean driving record.

• Experience in the mental health or developmental disability field preferred, but not required.

• $18.00 per hour.
• Eligible for overtime pay for hours worked over 40 hours per week.

• Holiday pay (double pay for the first 12 hours of any agency holiday shift that you work).

• Great medical, vision, prescription, and alternative care coverage (including massage therapy and naturopathy) for employee, spouse/domestic partner, and children.

• 3 weeks of paid time off, rising to 4 weeks after 5 years of service at UCP.

• 401k retirement plan with up to 4% employer match.

• Mileage reimbursement if driving for UCP.

• Fun, casual work environment, with lots of opportunities for advancement and growth, at one of the top-ranked non-profits in Oregon.

Posted: 3/9/2026