Direct Support Professional (Community Living Supports)

Position Summary: General

Position Summary

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Community Living Supports is responsible for providing individualized services that promote independence, informed choice, personal growth, and community participation for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Supports occur in the person’s home, neighborhood, or broader community and are delivered in accordance with the Individual Support Plan (ISP), Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR) 411-450, and Shangri-La policies and procedures. These services are intended to be flexible and responsive to the person’s unique strengths, preferences, and needs.

Position Details

Status: Part Time up to 29 Hours Location: Salem, OR Shift: This position has varying hours including weekends and evenings and must have on-call availability Starting wage: $20.14 Hourly Wage Scale: $20.14 to $25.48

Report to

CES - Manager

Knowledge

Knowledge: A High School Diploma or equivalent is required. One year of experience working with individuals with disabilities is preferred. Candidates must have a valid Oregon Driver’s License, an acceptable driving record, and must be able to pass a criminal background check. A strong understanding of person-centered planning, alternative communication strategies, the principles of dignity of risk, and the ability to implement trauma-informed support practices is preferred. The DSP must be proficient in Microsoft Office and capable of learning and using current and future electronic documentation systems and workplace technologies.

Benefits

Paid Training Provided, including Oregon Intervention System (OIS), CPR and First Aid, Medication Administration, and more! Get paid early with Dayforce Wallet Shangri-La. Paid holiday hours will be prorated for regular employees scheduled to work less than 30 hours per week. Paid Sick and Personal Time Off Gym or other wellness reimbursement Employee referral reward program

• 401K after eligibility requirements are met Shangri-La is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.
• Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
• Shangri-La will ensure that individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against and are provided reasonable accommodations.
• If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact Michael Meduri, Talent Engagement Coordinator, at 503-581-1732, x316 or michael.meduri@shangrila-or.org.
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