What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (Community Living Supports) position at Shangri La?
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!
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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
All Orientations. All Abilities. All Cultures. All Sexes.
All People of All Color. All Religions.
Salary : $20 - $25