Direct Support Professional (Sun-Wed 3:00p-8:00p)

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Home Life is a private, non-profit organization in Corvallis, Oregon, that provides safe, integrated community living services. We empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by offering support that enhances their quality of life.

Home Life - Job Description

Position: Direct Support Professional (DSP) 

Reports to: Program Manager

Program/Division: Residential Services 

Supervises: N/A

Pay Classification: Non-Exempt (Hourly, eligible for overtime) 

Last Revised: 01-2024

Job Summary:

Direct Support Professionals assist people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in enjoying active, productive, and empowered lives by providing support with daily living activities to increase or maintain the skills needed to live independently and build relationships in the community.

Minimum Qualifications:

Eligibility for Employment

• Ability to pass an initial criminal history check from the Department of Human Services Criminal Records Unit and recheck every 2 years thereafter.
• Be a citizen of the United States or legally able to work in the United States
• Must be at least eighteen years old and hold a current driving license, insurance, and a good driving record.
• Ability to complete required training and annual training thereafter.
• The ability to maintain regular attendance and to perform tasks outlined in this description (with or without a reasonable accommodation) is an essential function of this position.

Knowledge, Education, and Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent required

 Skills

• Effective Verbal and Written Communication
• Technical Skills
• Organizational & Time Management
• Problem-Solving
• Coping Skills
• Relational Skills and Teamwork
• Professionalism

 Abilities

• Ability to work with diverse populations.
• Demonstrate an ability to establish good working relationships with any and all internal and external stakeholders, including the admin and management teams, fellow staff, Board Members, volunteers, and supported individuals.
• Demonstrate an active commitment to the Mission Statement and values of Home Life.
• Ability to model and educate on Home Life values and expectations to co-workers and new employees.
• Act as a role model by treating all people with warmth, empathy, and genuineness with respect and sensitivity for their privacy, rights, culture, ethnicity, religion, and lifestyle differences.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree in Human Development, Psychology, or related field preferred.
• 1 year of experience working as a care provider or otherwise related role preferred
• Experience working with and/or supporting individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities preferred

Duties & Responsibilities:

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None.

General Responsibilities

Overall Expectations:

1. Report directly to the Assistant Program or Program Manager; adhere to all policies, rules, and procedures of Home Life and Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR).
2. Ensure that working hours are accurately documented.
3. Understand the requirements of maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding individual information.
4. Work as a team with the other support staff in the program to ensure the best quality