Direct Support Professional - South Salem

                                                                Empowering Lives to Grow Big People

We are a One-on-One Attendant Care agency, providing ADL (Activities of Daily Living) and Community Supports for our customers in their own homes. We strive to inspire & support the unique individuals and families that we serve. To empower them to participate in their communities & live their best lives.

Job Summary & Description: 

Empowered Services seeks to build a team of responsible, caring, and compassionate Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). Your goal will be to develop meaningful relationships that build confidence & independence and passionately help those with intellectual & developmental disabilities to live a more fulfilled and happy life.

Working one on one with each customer you serve, you will assess their needs, work towards meeting desired outcomes, and tend to them accordingly with the goal of fostering a positive, encouraging, and safe environment. Our DSPs are our customers helpers, mentors, and advocates. 

Currently we are looking for DSPs to support these customers:

008: Teen girl in the south Salem area who is energetic, lively and bubbly. She enjoys shopping, swimming, going for walks to the park and being out in the community. She needs a DSP who can help support her with mobility and help her stay focused on required tasks at home.

The start and stop time of the shifts will be determined between the DSP and customers family, but it would be Thursdays-Sundays anytime between 9:00a-9:00p and will be approximately 30 hours per week.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Experience with the I/DD community is preferred but not required. 


• Must pass a background check. - *Not all charges will warrant a disqualification.


• Must be 18 years or older with a high school diploma or equivalent.  


• Must have a valid driver’s license, with a good driving record. 


• Must have your own reliable vehicle, with full coverage auto insurance.


• Must be willing to assist customers with bathrooming and hygiene needs.
  
  

Compensation and Benefits:

• Starting pay is between $23-25 per hour, depending on experience and certifications.


• Full-Time (30+ hours a week) employees are eligible for:
  
  
  
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  
  
  • 401(k) with Match
  
  
  • PTO 
  
  
  
  

                                                               
Roles & Responsibilities:

1. Embody integrity, honesty, and dependability.
   


2. Assist with customers many daily living needs, including but not limited to: nutrition, hygiene, exercise, communication & social skills, behavioral supports, mobility & transportation needs and household chores.
   
   
   
   


3. Work closely with customers to create daily schedules and plan for exciting adventures or events in their communities.


4. Help customer meet their goals & desired outcomes. Track customers progress and report feedback to their County Coordinator.
   


5. Encourage and foster customers skill development, preferred hobbies, interests, and community connections.
   


6. Develop meaningful relationships and connections with your customer(s). Let's empower them to recognize their voice, worth, and belonging within our community!
   


7. Routinely check in with their County Coordinator and report any issues within a timely manner.


8. Follow all health and safety protocols.
   


9. Complete state required training as needed.


10. Show compassion, patience, and understanding. Caregivers also serve as role models, advocates and companions to their customers. So, you must be willing to make a difference in someone's life.