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Day Support Activities Specialist (DSA)
Salem, Oregon
Do you enjoy helping people build skills, confidence, and meaningful daily routines? Do you have experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, or skills that translate into coaching, teaching, or community engagement? If so, Work Unlimited would love to meet you!
Our Day Support Activities (DSA) Program is growing, and we’re hiring in Salem. We’re especially interested in candidates who are creative, adaptable, and passionate about helping individuals connect with their communities.
Our Mission & Purpose
At Work Unlimited, we provide quality residential, employment, and community living programs for people experiencing intellectual and developmental disabilities and challenging behavioral needs.
In our Day Support Activities Program, we focus on:
- Building daily living and social skills
- Creating meaningful community-based experiences
- Supporting independence and personal growth
- Encouraging choice, routine, and engagement
We’re as committed to our employees as we are to the people we support. Our team consistently shares how this work is deeply rewarding and impactful.
Your Impact as a DSA Specialist
- Support individuals in developing daily living, social, and community engagement skills
- Facilitate structured activities both in the community and at program sites
- Encourage independence while providing appropriate levels of support
- Model positive behavior, communication, and problem-solving
- Assist with personal care and maintain a safe, supportive environment
- Collaborate with team members to implement individualized support plans
What You Bring
- Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred
- Background in caregiving, education, behavioral support, or similar fields is a plus
- Patience, creativity, and the ability to engage others in meaningful activities
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to adapt to changing needs and environments
- Commitment to inclusion, dignity, and person-centered support
Benefits
- Paid training, including behavior support and person-centered practices
- Marketplace health insurance for full-time employees (multiple plan options)
- Dental, vision, and life insurance (full-time)
- OregonSaves retirement plan
- Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
- Supplemental insurance (AFLAC)
- PTO and paid sick time
- $50 winter gift card & annual retention bonus
- Employee discounts (Verizon)
- Free quarterly IT assistance for personal devices
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Apply today and help create meaningful days that build skills, confidence, and connection!
Salary : $20 - $22