Day Support Activities Specialist

HOURS:
Club T.E.C. - our Day Support Activities (DSA) Program - from 13 to 35 hours a week between the hours of 8 am to 2:30(3:00); Monday-Friday.

NOW OFFERING HOLIDAY PAY FOR FULL TIME & PART TIME POSITIONS.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Provide support for people with developmental disabilities in an outing and activity program. This includes exploring local and surrounding area events and interesting locations.

The DSA Specialist will drive company vehicles, encourage participation, teach social skills, motivate efforts, collect data on progress, give input of possible goals and objectives, attend meetings as requested, and implement of goals and objectives.

Additional duties include supervision, general record keeping through Therap, general housekeeping to maintain an organized, safe, and healthy environment/vehicle, advocate for client's rights, assure compliance with Oregon Administrative Rules and promote and support overall mission of the company.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Someone who is able to build a positive rapport with people
• Someone who is enthusiastic, positive, creative, and self-motivated
• Someone who can respond quickly and respectfully, in a crisis situation
• Someone who has the ability to follow structure with a sense of flexibility
• Someone who can organize multiple tasks
• Someone who is dependable, loyal, and trustworthy
• Someone with good observation skills
• Someone who is collaborative and cooperative.
• Someone with good verbal and written communication skills in English
• Someone who is able to learn signs and gestures that are specific to people being supported. ASL preferred.
• Someone capable of meeting the physical demands of the job.

TO BE ELIGIBLE:

• Be at least 18 years old [per OAR 411-323-0050(9)(a)]
• High school diploma or equivalent. (per OARs)
• Have a valid driver's license for at least one year, a good driving record and be at least 21 to drive company vehicles (per company vehicle insurance requirement).
• Be able to work as part of a TEAM, as well as working independently.
• Pass a drug screen test, including THC, initially and randomly
• Pass a Dept. of Human Services Criminal Background.
• Preferred CPR and Standard First Aid certified [training available]
• Preferred Oregon Intervention System (OIS) certified [training available]

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to pass a drug test that includes THC?
• Have you supported a person with a disability before?
• Do you have a current driver's license?

Ability to Commute:

• Salem, OR 97301 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $18