Direct Support Professional

SE Portland! Overnight/Noc Shift; Sunday - Tuesday; 11pm - 9am; 30 hours per week; full-time; great benefits too!! Are you looking for an exciting opportunity where you can make a positive and meaningful difference in peoples lives every day?If you are passionate about making a difference and ready to embrace a rewarding career in supporting individuals with disabilities, this job is perfect for you. You may be asking yourself, what exactly does a DSP do? As a DSP, you will assist the people you support to direct the course of their lives. You will assist them in leading self-directed lives and work to foster a spirit of partnership with the people you support, other professionals, and the community. A DSP will also assist the people you support to develop and maintain relationships. A DSP will advocate for the people they support for justice, inclusion, and full community participation. If you are motivated, hardworking, dedicated, with compassion and empathy for others, we have the job for you! Our company strives to make a positive impact on our DSP's lives by offering: Competitive Pay and Paid Training Night shift differential ($1.00/hr) Seven Paid Holidays Paid Time Off includingVacation and Sick Time Insurance benefits such as Medical, Vision, and Dental Access to a nationally recognized Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401k with company match HRA Health Reimbursement Arrangement Opportunities to learn new skills and apply your talents No experience is necessary we will train you! Some of the things you'll do as a DSP include: Join and help people you support while they shop for groceries, clothes, or run errands. Attend community events (baseball or basketball games)and special celebrations like birthday parties. Ensure medications are given and complete required documentation. Help people you support to prepare meals, clean, eat, take care of personal hygiene, and get around at home and outside. Minimum qualifications: Must be 18 years of age High School Diploma or GED preferred, but not required Acceptable driving record and valid drivers license preferred Acceptable background check Community Services Inc provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.