Direct Support Professional SW Portland Area

Grow Developmental Disability Solutions

Job Description:

Direct Support Worker for Children and/or Adults with Developmental Disabilities

At Grow Developmental Disability Solutions, you’re not just filling a shift—you’re helping someone live a more independent and fulfilling life. We are a person-centered agency, meaning every individual we support is treated with respect, dignity, and a plan built around their goals.

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A day in the life as a DSP

As a DSP, you’ll work one-on-one with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (/DD), supporting daily routines, community involvement, and personal goals in a way that is engaging, respectful, and empowering.

If you’re looking for meaningful work where what you do truly matters each day, this is the place to be.

• Consistent, meaningful one-on-one work
• Flexible scheduling that fits your life
• Supportive team that has your back
• The opportunity to truly make an impact every day

• Support daily routines (cooking, cleaning, personal care with the client)
• Help clients get into the community and stay engaged
• Follow care plans and goals
• Communicate with families and your team
• Complete notes and documentation
• Ensure safety and well-being at all times

• Dependable and shows up
• Positive attitude and flexible mindset
• Strong communication skills
• Comfortable working independently

Client 1 (SW Portland):

• Female | 8 yrs | 97219
• Schedule:
  
  Summer
  
  Schedule:
  
  Mon/wed/fri 2 pm-5 pm Tues/Thurs 9 am-3pm
• Likes:
  Loves dogs, time with family, her figurine toys, her bean bag and trampoline, babies anddisney princesses, race cars
• Needs:
  FemaleDSP preferred. Use visual schedules, use timers; allow her to set the timer, use first/then language and structure. Be strong, assertive and funny. Be athletic and hyperactive and able to match her level of activity. The goofier the better.

Client 2 (SW Portland):

• Female | 11 yrs | 97219
• Schedule:
  
  Looking for help 9:30
  -3:00 pm Mon-Sat
• Needs:
  Someone that has flexibility, is compassionate, has experience withneurodivergence, is reliable and professional.

Client 3 (SW Portland):

• Female | 22 yrs | 97239
• Schedule:
  
  Prefers shorter shifts, not early morning hours. Weekday late afternoons. Weekends are more flexible but prefers help in the afternoon/evening. Clients family prefers aDSP who can be very flexible on their schedule with this client. The hours will likely not be the same every week
• Likes:
  Her family, education, her computer, math
• Needs:
  Help with transportation, step by step instructions, completing paper work and helping her understandfuctionaily and how different things work. Wants to become more independent at home and in the community and wants to learn more about world and local events by reading the newspaper

Client 4 (SW Portland):

• Male | 10 yrs | 97219
• Schedule:
  
  Weekends - timing is flexible. Family would prefer someone who they can call upon when needing support. Would be pretty regular weekend shifts but not all the time
• Likes:
  This client lovesminecraft, his parents, being in nature, art, toys, food choice, sonice and/or anime and talking about birds and bugs
• Needs:
  He is working on increasingindepedence with daily living skills such as dressing, shoes and other ADLs. He is also working on regulating emotions, improving transitions and safely interacting with children/adults in the community and around streets or vehicles. He wants to develop meaningful relationships with others in his age group and participate in community events

• 18+ years old
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ year of caregiving or related experience
• Valid…