Direct Support Professional

ob post summary Date posted: June 10, 2025 Pay: $19.50 per hour Job description: About us Kefi Care Programs is a small business in Gresham, OR 97030. We our opening up a second site in Gresham and would love people to join our team! Website: keficareprograms.com Kefi is a modern Greek word used to express joy, passion, happiness, love for life, and a quality of life. Kefi Care Programs was founded on the simple principle that ALL individuals deserve to live a life full of passion and happiness. At Kefi Care Programs we encourage and help our clients, living with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, to find their Kefi. Also find us on Facebook! Our Work Environment: Casual work attire Relaxed atmosphere Regular social events Daily fun activities/outings and silly dress up events Growth opportunities Lifestyle Reimbursement Plan 250$ a month for mental/physical health i.e. gym membership, therapy, spa treatments, massages, gym equipment, concerts/events, and more! Spending money for outings with clients for you to use to get lunch/coffee/etc. Christmas Bonuses Holiday Parties Paid Time Off: Eligibility: All employees are eligible and will receive Paid Time Off. PTO hours are accrued from your first day of employment, however you are not entitled to use or be paid for those accrued hours until the date which is 90 days from your first day of employment. Accrual: PTO hours accrued each pay period unless you are on unpaid leave of absence for more than 24 hours in a pay period, in which case no hours will accrue for that period. Accrual is based on the following schedule: Length of Service: Annual Accrual Rate: Direct Support Professionals: Date of hire – 2nd anniversary date 5% of hours worked 2 years or greater 8% of hours worked Management (Floor and Medical Supervisors): Date of hire – 2nd anniversary date 8% of hours worked 2 years or greater Serving in position) 9% of hours worked Job Duties/Requirements: Assist participants with physical transfers, toileting, hygiene, and meal preparation. Maintaining knowledge of participant diets and allergies. Ability and willingness to perform cleaning tasks as assigned. Offer companionship and ability to work individually with participants and in large group settings. Leading activities such as board games, arts and crafts, gardening projects, reading aloud to participants, and more. Maintaining confidentiality regarding participants and families at all times. Completing daily documentation of activities and events. Must be at least eighteen years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Must be able to confidently follow written and verbal instructions. Must pass a criminal background check. Ability to demonstrate flexibility in acceptance of assignments and a cooperative attitude toward providing services. Ability to work in a team setting. Must display good emotional health and be able to perform basic physical actions required for care giving such as standing for long periods, bending, transitioning, and lifting up to 75 lbs. Preferred minimum of one years work experience as a caregiver (can include private care, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, etc.) but experience is not needed, we will train you! Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Paid time off Parental leave Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday Work Location: In person Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $19.50 per hour Work Location: In person