What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (DSP) swing shift position at Alternative Services - Oregon, Inc.?
Join Our Team as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Swing Shift | Gladstone/Milwaukie
Ready to make a meaningful impact while building a rewarding career? Join our vibrant team as a full-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) and help empower individuals to live fulfilling, independent lives.
In this role, you'll support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities-including those who may experience complex or challenging behaviors-using a compassionate, person-centered approach that promotes dignity, respect, and choice. You'll never be alone in this work-our team provides comprehensive, hands-on training and ongoing support to set you up for success and confidence in every situation.
Enjoy competitive pay at $21.00/hour, along with great benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Training, Holiday Overtime, and On-Demand Pay. You'll be part of a supportive, energetic team that values creativity, collaboration, and making every day meaningful.
A Little About Us
Alternative Services – Oregon, Inc. (ASI-OR) is dedicated to supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to experience meaningful lives. Our work is rooted in person-centered practices, ensuring each individual is treated with dignity, respect, and the opportunity to thrive.
A Day in the Life
Your Swing Shift Begins With Connecting With The Individuals You Support-building Trust, Understanding Their Needs, And Celebrating Their Successes. Throughout Your Shift, You May
Every day ends with the satisfaction of knowing you made a real difference-while building meaningful connections along the way.
What Matters Most
To Thrive In This Role, You'll Bring
Apply today-we'd love to have you on our team!
All offers of employment at Alternative Services - Oregon, Inc. (ASI-OR) are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates and on all employees who are promoted as required.
Background Checks Will Include
Ready to make a meaningful impact while building a rewarding career? Join our vibrant team as a full-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) and help empower individuals to live fulfilling, independent lives.
In this role, you'll support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities-including those who may experience complex or challenging behaviors-using a compassionate, person-centered approach that promotes dignity, respect, and choice. You'll never be alone in this work-our team provides comprehensive, hands-on training and ongoing support to set you up for success and confidence in every situation.
Enjoy competitive pay at $21.00/hour, along with great benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Training, Holiday Overtime, and On-Demand Pay. You'll be part of a supportive, energetic team that values creativity, collaboration, and making every day meaningful.
A Little About Us
Alternative Services – Oregon, Inc. (ASI-OR) is dedicated to supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to experience meaningful lives. Our work is rooted in person-centered practices, ensuring each individual is treated with dignity, respect, and the opportunity to thrive.
A Day in the Life
Your Swing Shift Begins With Connecting With The Individuals You Support-building Trust, Understanding Their Needs, And Celebrating Their Successes. Throughout Your Shift, You May
- Support individuals in the community (walks, shopping, activities, outings)
- Assist with daily living skills including cooking, personal care, and household tasks
- Provide positive behavior support using strategies you'll be trained on
- Help create a calm, supportive environment while responding to changing needs
- Encourage independence, choice, and personal goals
Every day ends with the satisfaction of knowing you made a real difference-while building meaningful connections along the way.
What Matters Most
To Thrive In This Role, You'll Bring
- Compassion, patience, and a genuine desire to support others
- A commitment to treating all individuals with dignity and respect
- Willingness to learn and apply person-centered and behavior support strategies (we provide training!)
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- The ability to stay calm, flexible, and solution-focused in dynamic situations
- Basic understanding (or willingness to learn) about supporting individuals with I/DD, including those with behavioral challenges
- A valid driver's license and ability to assist with daily activities, including mobility support
- Paid, hands-on training including behavior support and safety techniques
- Ongoing coaching and support from experienced leadership and specialists
- A workplace culture that values respect, inclusion, and teamwork
- The chance to truly make a difference in someone's life every day
Apply today-we'd love to have you on our team!
All offers of employment at Alternative Services - Oregon, Inc. (ASI-OR) are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates and on all employees who are promoted as required.
Background Checks Will Include
- Social Security Verification
- Prior Employment Verification
- Personal and Professional References
- Educational Verification
- Criminal History
- Motor Vehicle Records
Salary : $21