As a Direct Support Professional on the Transition & Children's Services team, you will play a vital role in helping children aged 10 to 18 build stable lives, learn essential life skills, form friendships, and develop effective communication skills. T&C DSPs help these children grow into the best humans possible! We are looking for individuals who are ethical, patient, reliable, tenacious, compassionate, and adaptable. While this work can be challenging at times, it's incredibly rewarding to see the progress and growth that the children we serve make every day.
As a member of our team, you will receive advanced training in mental health and positive behavioral support, empowering you to provide the best possible care. You will work alongside a supportive team that shares the common goal of helping these children achieve consistent, stable, and productive lives.
Wage & Benefits: $19.50 per hour
We are also offering a $1,000 sign on bonus that is paid out in increments at set milestones of your employment!
Position Type: Part-Time, 28 hours weekly.
Shift information: Thursday - Friday 12:00pm - 8:00pm. Saturday 10:00am - 8:00pm, with a team meeting on Tuesday from 10:00am - 12:00pm.
Skills and Qualifications: -Must have a valid driver's license.
-Must be at least 18 years of age and have basic computer skills.
-Cooperative and willing to learn.
-Various positions may involve distributing medications, cooking, house cleaning, yard maintenance, handling challenging behaviors, and intimate care.
-Promote and implement PCL’s mission in the lives of those we support.
-Provide a stable living environment by respecting dignity, individual choice, input, and health and safety needs.
There is a two week training period before starting a regularly scheduled shift.
-Must pass required background check.
-Complete and maintain all certifications as required such as Oregon Intervention System (OIS), CPR, and Mandatory Abuse Reporting.