Direct Support Professional Caregiver at Horizon Project, Inc.

Hermiston, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Mar, 26

Salary

18.5

Posted On

05 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Client Care, Medication Administration, Personal Care, Cooking, Housekeeping, Community Outings, Behavior Management, Communication, Independence Promotion, Safety Compliance, Transportation, Laundry, Grocery Shopping, Documentation, Goal Setting, Time Management

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Horizon Project is a non-profit that provides 24/7 care and support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We are looking for compassionate and dependable people to support our clients in group homes and apartments. Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) help our clients with daily living skills, housekeeping, cooking, personal care, and community outings. No prior experience or certifications are required! Starting Pay: $16 - $18.50 per hour, DOE (Full pay scale maxes out at $22) Job Duties: Administer client medications according to doctor's orders and document it on the computer (Therap) Promote client independence and help them reach their personal goals Keep the client's home clean and safe in compliance with state licensing and OSHA requirements Assist with monitoring client money and state benefits Help clients bathe and shower, brush their teeth, and go to the bathroom Cooking, cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping Go with clients on community outings (museum, concerts, county fair) Use a company vehicle to transport clients around the community Calmly respond to client behaviors or verbal aggression Schedule: Day/Swing/Graveyard shifts, during the week or during the weekends (openings may vary based on location) Consistent schedule every week Opportunities for overtime (not mandatory) Weekend shift differential: +$1 per hour on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday Benefits: Paid sick and vacation Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (partially company paid) Casual dress code Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) for federal student loans Paid, on-the-job training Annual raises Company vehicle provided for client transportation Requirements Must be at least 18 years old Must pass a background check (renewed every 2 years) Must pass a drug test Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English (written and spoken) Horizon Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Responsibilities

Direct Support Professionals assist clients with daily living skills and promote their independence. They also ensure the clients' homes are clean and safe while providing personal care and support during community outings.