United Cerebral Palsy OF Oregon SW Washington

United Cerebral Palsy OF Oregon SW Washington

Caregiver (DSP) - Supported Living Specialist (Monday-Friday)

Portland, Oregon, United States

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About the role

  • Would you like to work one-on-one with people who experience developmental disabilities?
  • If so, UCP Oregon might have the perfect job for you!
  • In addition, our work culture is progressive, casual, open door, and fun.

Responsibilities

  • At UCP, we get to know our clients' life goals and supports utilizing a person-centered approach.
  • We empower them to develop their self-advocacy abilities because we believe in the power of assisting the folks we serve to make informed and independent choices, develop deeper connections within the community, and achieve personal goals.
  • We're currently seeking a "Supported Living Specialist" who will help adults who experience developmental disabilities to live independently in their own houses and apartments.
  • You'll get to help them make their own choices, learn awesome new skills, and do fun activities in the community.
  • You'll work one-on-one, so you'll have the time to build real relationships.

Compensation

  • If you work a 9-hour day a couple days per week, you will be scheduled to work fewer hours other days during the same week. *Note: You will be on-call for 35 days per year.
  • When you are on-call, you will be paid overtime pay for hours worked over 40 hours per week.
  • 11 paid holidays off per year.

Benefits

  • Experience in developmental disability field preferred but not required.
  • Great medical, vision, prescription, and alternative care coverage (including massage therapy and naturopathy) for employee, spouse/domestic partner, and children.
  • 3 weeks of paid time off, rising incrementally to 4 weeks after 5 years of service.
  • 401k retirement plan with up to 4% employer match.
  • Mileage reimbursement.
  • Partial cell phone reimbursement ($10 per month).

Equal opportunity

  • Equal Opportunity Employer, and actively seeks applicants from diverse backgrounds.

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