Weekend On-call Specialist - Direct Support Professional
Weekend On-call Specialist - Direct Support Professional
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Job Description
Weekend On-Call DSP Opportunity Earn $150 Just for Being Available!
Pay: $150/weekend $25$26/hr Training wage: $21/hr
Schedule: On-call 2 weekends per month
Are you a skilled compassionate Direct Support Professional (DSP) who loves the work but cant commit to a full-time schedule Looking to supplement your income without sacrificing all your free time
Role Highlights:
- $150 guaranteed just for being available even if you arent called in.
- $25$26/hour when you provide support during your on-call weekend.
- Flexible commitment: Only two weekends a month.
- Variety and connection: Support multiple amazing individuals living independently across the Portland Metro area.
What Youll Do:
As the Weekend On-call Specialist youll step in when other DSPs are unavailablewhether its a quick errand an urgent need or covering a full shift. Youll work 1:1 with adults with developmental disabilities helping them live meaningful self-directed lives.
Youll be the calm capable presence they need and youll be backed by a Weekend Manager who fields all incoming requests and reaches out to you only when your help is needed.
Youre a great fit if you are:
- Experienced in supporting adults with developmental disabilities
- Reliable adaptable and calm under pressure
- Personable and able to quickly build rapport with a variety of individuals
- Able to drive and transport throughout the Portland Metro area
About Training:
We know this job requires a wide skillset and familiarity with different individuals needs. Thats why we offer:
- Orientation and tailored in-home training
- A training wage of $21/hr as you learn to support different individuals confidently
- A training schedule paced to match your experience and learning style
More details about training will be shared if youre selected for a phone interview.
Minimum Requirements:
- Three (3) years of experience supporting people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
- Must be 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
- Willing and able to complete training in CPR/First Aid medication administration and Oregon Intervention System (OIS).
- Must pass a criminal background check through Oregon DHS (initially and every two years).
- Must have a valid drivers license and clean driving record.
- Must not be listed on the Office of Inspector General (OIG) Exclusion List.
Physical & Practical Requirements:
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs assist with mobility and transfers and use equipment like Hoyer lifts safely.
- Comfortable with frequent bending standing and working in various home or community environments (including homes with pets).
- Able to drive and transport individuals as needed.
- Strong communication skills including with individuals who have speech vision or hearing differences.
- Able to respond to emergencies including performing CPR in challenging conditions.
- Willing to engage in light physical activities with the people you support (e.g. walks games outdoor activities).
Community Vision deeply values diversity and strives to provide an inclusive workplace. This begins with equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability genetic information marital status amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with all applicable federal state and local laws. Community Vision encourages anyone who believes they are qualified for the position to apply.
This is a per diem role; work hours are not guaranteed. This position may not be combined with any other position at Community Vision.
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Gig
