Direct Support Crisis Specialist – Newberg & Brooks area

Job Summary

The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

Salary

Note:

The pay listed on this job posting is the base monthly salary range for full-time work. The salary for employees working other than full time will vary based on the hours worked. Hourly salary range is: $26.07 - $32.95.

We have residential group homes in the Portland area, Salem area, Newberg/Brooks area, Lebanon, and Eugene.

• Day shift is a set schedule from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., 5 days in a row, with 2 days off.
• Evening shift is a set schedule from 1:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., 5 days in a row, with 2 days off.
• Night shift is a set schedule from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m., 4 days in a row, with 3 days off.
• Vacation Relief shift has varied hours, shifts, and days off. Vacation Relief (VR) will not be scheduled for more than 8 hours unless filling in for a 10-hour shift, a 13 hour and 20-minute shift, a 16-hour shift, or unless mutually agreed with management. Every good faith effort shall be made to allow 10 hours between shifts. VR may waive this obligation.
• Float Pool shift consists of 8‑hour shifts unless mutually agreed upon with management to work other shifts (i.e., a 16‑hour shift, a 13‑hour and 20‑minute shift, 4 - 10‑hour shifts, etc.). Schedules will be set for periods of 30 days at a time, location of shift within the island will vary depending on the need for staffing. An island consists of 2 to 4 houses.
  
  Employees will be notified of a shift change 10 days in advance when possible but in no instances shall employees be given less than a 7-day notice unless mutually agreed upon. Float Pool Staff shall receive an additional 10% above their base pay for the duration of the assignment. Float Pool Staff will be considered for working at another location (portability) within the island first even if they are working an overtime shift.

• Provide direct care and/or support in a 24‑hour, 7 days per week residential group home to children and adults in behavioral supports, safety, personal care, nutrition, housekeeping, health care, and other daily activities within the home and the community.
• Provide supports in a manner that honors the wishes and culture of the individuals supported while maintaining health and safety.
• Assist individuals with accessing their community and encourage participation in educational and recreational activities.
• Make observations and document individuals' activities, behavior, and progress.
• Administer medications and treatments under the direction of nursing staff and medical professionals.
• Assist individuals with activities of daily living and hygiene needs which may include personal care, bathing, toileting, and feeding.
• Document and track all aspects of care, answer phones, and maintain confidentiality.
• Prepare meals and complete housekeeping tasks.

• A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record are required for this position.
• Eighteen months of experience providing direct individual care or training in a related field of human services (i.e., providing assistance to supported individuals or groups with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental and physical disabilities, or substance abuse).
• OR An Associate or higher‑level degree in a related human services field.
• OR A combination of education and experience as defined above.
• Experience
  
  Note:
  
  Your paid or unpaid caregiving experience or experience volunteering with seniors, children, or people with disabilities may help you to meet the qualifications for these positions. This experience may include making and attending medical or psychiatric appointments, medication assistance, assisting with daily personal care, assisting with activities of daily living, such as: personal or grocery…