Job Description

Company Description

At Up & Out, we are dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live independent, fulfilling lives. Our mission is to provide our clients with high-quality housing, meaningful activities and exceptional support.

Through our Supported Living Program and other services, we help individuals achieve their goals by offering individualized support in daily living skills, social engagement, and personal development. Our team is committed to creating a safe, respectful, and empowering environment where clients can thrive.

At Up & Out, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to live life on their own terms—and we are passionate about making that a reality. If you share our commitment to compassionate, high-quality care, we invite you to join our team!

Role Responsibilities

This is a full-time on-site role for a Direct Support Professional located in Portland, OR. The Direct Support Professional will provide day-to-day support and care for individuals with intellectual disabilities, ensuring their well-being and helping them achieve their personal goals.

Direct Client Support:

• Develop and implement personalized training programs.
• Actively contribute in weekly staff meetings.
• Monitor, evaluate, and document client progress.
• Apply behavior management techniques and behavior plans as necessary.
• Execute emergency procedures when required.

Community Integration:

• Identify and facilitate community activities based on client interests.
• Plan and organize individual and group outings.
• Arrange client transportation as needed.

Client Well-being:

• Support meal preparation, ensuring adherence to dietary needs.
• Ensure clients’ hygiene, clothing, and rest needs are met.
• Maintain a safe, sanitary environment.
• Safely use and operate assistive equipment, such as lifts and wheelchairs.

Health & Medical Care:

• Address medical emergencies and administer medication.
• Document client health changes according to policies and guidelines.

Professional Conduct:

• Treat clients with dignity and respect.
• Maintain positive collaboration with staff and represent the agency professionally.
• Comply with HIPAA, OAR, and agency policies.

Training & Compliance:

• Complete required agency and state certifications.
• Attend assigned meetings and trainings.

Physical Demands:

• Lift and carry 25-100 pounds independently.
• Perform continuous physical activities such as standing, walking, and using hands/arms.
• Occasionally climb stairs and ramps.

Miscellaneous:

• Provide on-call services as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 1-2 years of direct caregiving experience, ideally in a role supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD).
• Passion: A strong, genuine desire to work with adults with I/DD, demonstrating a deep commitment to enhancing their quality of life.
• Communication Skills: The ability to communicate effectively and collaborate positively with adults with I/DD, their families, community members, and program staff.
• Calm Under Pressure: The capacity to remain composed in high-pressure or emergency situations, with the ability to respond promptly and effectively.
• Background Check: Must consent to and successfully pass a criminal background check.
• Driving Requirements: A valid Oregon or Washington driver’s license, automobile insurance, and a clean driving record are essential.
• Health Requirements: In accordance with federal and Oregon Health Authority mandates, all staff must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by the time of hire.
• Preferred Skills: Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) is highly desirable.

Certifications:

• First Aid/CPR certification
• Oregon Food Handler’s card
• Tuberculosis (TB) test (required upon hire)
• Oregon Intervention System (OIS) certification

Pay

• $21.00/hour

Benefits

• Health and Welfare
• 401(k)

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