The Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver Float provides direct care within residential group homes in Eugene/Springfield and will provide support to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD). This is a full time permanent position.
This position requires a dependable candidate who is flexible in their schedule works well independently and has exceptional communication and decision-making skills. Float DSPs are adaptable and will have the necessary skill set to be able to work at multiple homes.
What Youll Do
- Provide client care in a float capacity for schedules emergencies or fill-in assignments at designated residential homes
- Enrich and support the lives of our residents while maintaining a safe and healthy environment
- Provide companionship and personalized care with respect and dignity while encouraging independence and self-care.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living including dressing bathing grooming toileting and eating.
- Implement positive behavior supports
- Prepare meals and snacks.
- Light household duties
- Provide mobility and transfer assistance which may include using mechanical lift devices.
- Assist with transportation needs for community outings appointments and errands
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications :
- 1 years of DSP/Caregiving experience with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities is required.
- Must have valid drivers license & vehicle to travel between programs and provide transportation to clients
- Must be able to work flexible hours (days/evenings)
- Must be able and willing to learn different supports from medical to behavioral
- Have a passion to help others
- Works well independently
- Dependable and adaptable
- Excellent communication and decision-making skills
- Able to follow written and verbal instructions
- Must be able to provide references
- 18 years of age or older (required)
- Able to attend two weeks of PAID in-house orientation and training
Additional Information :
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time