Life Launch DSP (DSP-LL)

Life Launch Direct Support Professionals (DSP-LL) provide supports to a variety of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to facilitate a safe, independent, and enriched lifestyle in their homes, places of employment, and communities. You may assist with building someone's community connections, health & safety needs, money management, everyday life necessities (shopping, cooking, cleaning, etc), and helping someone go out and have fun! DSP-LLs are excited to go to work, reliable, patient, and a great communicator. As a DSP-LL, you will walk in partnership with the people you support toward a life of opportunity, well-being, freedom, and contribution. All DSP-LLs must be able to drive their own vehicle at work and be reimbursed for mileage.

Wage & Benefits: $19.50 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: Part-Time flexible shifts available, Full Time shifts may be available.

• Fridays and Saturdays are required, hours are generally days, evenings, nights, and weekends.
• Your supervisor will work with you to create a schedule that works for you and the people you will be supporting.

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.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Well-organized and attentive to detail.
• Cooperative and willing to learn.
• Ability to interpret various instructions.
• 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.
• PCL’s Team members must have dependable, reliable, and regular work attendance, and must adhere to attendance policies.

Job Duties: 

• Helping people get to the activities they want to go to, some examples are going swimming, watching movies, hiking, going to concerts, and so much more!
• Working one on one with a person providing intentional, individual supports.
• Plan and follow through with fun activities to help people achieve their goals.
• Help someone build and maintain relationships while respecting their dignity, individual choice, input, and health and safety needs.
• May involve distributing medications, cooking, house cleaning, working through challenging behaviors, and intimate care.
• May provide On the Job Attendant Care (OTJAC) supports in a person's place of employment. OTJAC supports are health related supports for people who need attendant care but not assistance with their employment services. 
  • 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.

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.
• This position requires a valid driver’s license and to drive your own vehicle and be reimbursed for non-commuting miles.
• Must be able to pass a drug screening for illegal substances in the state of Oregon.
• 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.