Seeking Entry-Level Direct Support Professionals, $19/hour!

A Life Launch Direct Support Professional focuses on providing people with I/DD essential attendant care supports in an employment setting within the general workforce. Unlike traditional employment services, this role is tailored for individuals who don't require job training but need personalized supports to ensure success. A Life Launch DSP will also provide Tapestry services (Day Supports) that are opportunities that encourage personal growth and creativity. The Life Launch Department expands services to provide intentional community-based supports. We break free from typical operating hours, offering flexibility and empowering individuals to achieve their desired goals.

Wage & Benefits: $19.00 per hour

-We are also offering a $1,000 sign on bonus that is paid out in increments at set milestones of your employment!

-We offer Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Supplemental Insurance and FSA for full-time employees, 401(K), Gym discounts and reimbursements, and other lifestyle discounts available to all employees.

Position Type: Full-Time, 40 Hours Weekly

Skills and Qualifications:

-Must be at least 18 years of age when starting employment.

-Must have and show basic computer skills and can learn agency applications.

-Enhanced math skills – must be able to accurately balance a budget and basic math transactions.

-Professional, clear, and positive oral and written communication skills both expressive and receptive.

-Must be able to read, write, and speak English (reasonable accommodation may be made for some positions).

-PCL’s Team members must have dependable, reliable, and regular work attendance, and must adhere to attendance policies.

Job Duties:

-Various positions may involve distributing medications, cooking, house cleaning, yard maintenance, handling challenging behaviors, and intimate care.

-Promote and implement PCL’s mission in the lives of those we support.

-Provide a stable living environment by respecting dignity, individual choice, input, and health and safety needs.

Life Launch Specific Supports:

-Life Launch DSPs will be providing a combination of OTJAC and Tapestry supports based on the referrals received.

-Sundays are required and Saturdays are frequently required to be able to work.

-Develop and maintain relationships with community businesses and other locations in which people are being supported.

-Provide On the Job Attendant Care (OTJAC) supports in various community businesses. OTJAC supports are health related supports provided for people who need attendant care supports but not specifically employment services. These are ways to help someone be successful and is not teaching them new parts of their job.

-Some examples of OTJAC supports are:

-Guiding individuals to stay on task with job duties.

-Offering aid during breaks and lunches.

-Providing physical assistance in the restroom.

-This is a position on a new development team. At this time, being able to work a very flexible schedule with the ability to make last minute changes is an important part of this position. There is the potential for a structured and consistent schedule at a later time.

Physical Requirements:

-Must be able to lift and transfer 25 pounds minimum; some positions may require more.

-Appropriately and efficiently responding to emergencies and/or crises (including but not limited to the use of physical intervention).

Certifications and Training:

-Must pass required DHS background check and Protective Service Investigations. Please click here for a list of potentially disqualifying crimes and conditions.

-This position requires a valid driver’s license. Please click here for a guide to driver acceptability.

-Complete and maintain all certifications as required by the position, PCL, and other governing agencies.

-Must be able to obtain and maintain certification to a satisfactory level in Oregon Intervention System (training provided if hired).

-Must be able to obtain and maintain certification in CPR (training provided if hired).

-Complete all duties related to being a Mandatory Abuse Reporter.

-New hire orientation and on-site training must be completed within 60 days of hire.

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