Direct Support Professional Float

Description

Not Just a Job. A Chance to Change Someone's Entire Day.

Some jobs are about clocks.

This one is about people.

At Rise & Shine, you'll be the reason someone smiles a little bigger, laughs a little louder, tries something new, or finally reaches a goal they've been working toward. Some days you'll help someone cook dinner. Other days you'll cheer them on at bowling, take them to a doctor's appointment, help them land a job, celebrate a birthday, or simply sit beside them during a difficult day.

You'll be a coach.
A cheerleader.
A problem solver.
Sometimes a dance partner.
Sometimes a shoulder to lean on.

No two days are ever the same—and that's exactly why our team loves what they do.

FLSA Status: Non-exempt, hourly

Reports to: Program Manager

Essential Job Functions

• Possess the flexibility to float to different locations when callouts occur, and cover shifts at different homes and multiple programs.
• Support clients with daily living activities, such as personal care and health management, communication, achieving personal and educational goals, meal planning and preparation, shopping, housekeeping, basic home maintenance and safety, home management, financial management, community involvement, developing meaningful connections, and decision making.
• Ability to work at multiple locations
• Transporting individuals in company vehicles or on public transit.
• Advocate for the rights of the people we support.
• Assist with creating Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and Behavioral Support Plans (BSPs).
• Administer medication to clients requiring such support
• Documentation in Therap and record keeping as required
• Report suspected neglect or abuse per the OAR requirements.
• Adhere to Individual Support Plans and Behavioral Support Plans that have been formulated to support clients' safety and wellbeing, particularly as it applies to violent behaviors.
• Attend all team meetings and training as required.
• Train and welcome new staff into the homes.

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience as a DSP or CNA preferred.
• Experience using Therap preferred, but not required.

Minimum Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must pass and maintain all Oregon-mandated criminal background screenings and eligibility requirements applicable to the position.
• Must possess basic computer skills and be able to complete documentation electronically.
• Must be able to remain awake and alert while on shift.
• Must be flexible and willing to work at different program locations and assigned shifts based on operational needs and staffing requirements.

Training and Certification Requirements

• Must successfully complete and maintain all trainings, certifications, competency requirements, and continuing education required by federal and state law, Oregon Administrative Rules, licensing entities, program protocols, and company policy.
• Must be physically capable of demonstrating and performing all required intervention techniques, support strategies, rescue procedures, emergency response protocols, and other duties associated with such trainings and certifications, as appropriate to the position and the needs of the individuals supported.
• Physical and Work Requirements
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. and perform physical support tasks such as bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, reaching, kneeling, crouching, transfer-related support, and assisting individuals as needed, within training, program protocols, and company safety guidelines.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time and navigate stairs as required by program environments.
• Must be able to safely perform personal care, mobility support, household tasks, and community-based activities as required by individual support plans and program needs.
• Must be physically capable of responding appropriately in emergency situations.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.