Direct Support Professional Tigard 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.

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 (Tigard):

• Male | 5 yrs | 97233
• Schedule:
  
  Monday-Friday 9am-6pm. Could be split shifts if need be. Family is flexible
• Needs:
  Needs help lifting, holding him, assisting with medical equipment, handling his daily hygiene needs. Interact with him and provide mobility support. Has a g-tube and needs help with stretches.

Client 2 (Tigard):

• Male | 13 yrs | 97224
• Schedule:
  
  Need help Fridays from about 3-6 pm and Monday's
• Likes:
  Family, pet dogs, grandparents, music, physical activities, the Beatles,outer space, nature and taking care of the environment.
• Needs:
  
  Needs help with communication and working on self regulation. Encouragement to complete household tasks and chores. Take him to the park or fun places on the weekend

Client 3 (Tigard):

• Male | 11 yrs | 97224
• Schedule:
  
  Monday - Friday from 2:30-7:30. Potential to stay longer on Tuesdays.
• Likes:
  This client is a very sweet, active kid and easy to like. People who are patient, appreciate his sense of humor, are okay having the same conversation over and over again and able to interact and keep up with his pace do well with this client.
• Needs:
  He is working on gaining skills in community navigation, wanting to build reciprocal communication skills through community activities, increase foodpreperation skills and increase independence and cleanliness around elimination

• 18+ years old
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ year of caregiving or related experience
• Valid driver’s license, insurance, and reliable transportation
• Smartphone required
• Must be able to successfully pass all state-required background checks and meet all ODDS employment eligibility requirements.
• CPR/First Aid/AED (or willing to obtain)

• $24.00/hour
• Flexible schedule
• Health & dental insurance
• No-cost health plan (15+ hrs/week), including:
  • $25,000 life insurance
  • $2,000 accidental coverage
  • Virtual care options for dependents
• Whole Life Insurance (Voluntary benefit)
• Time off Policy
• Next-day Pay (options)
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Paid training (Subject to variation)

Equal Opportunity

Employer:


Grow Developmental Disability Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome
candidates from diverse backgrounds and encourage individuals with disabilities to apply.

We're anequal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.