Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Are you seeking a meaningful position that contributes to improving the lives of others?

Promote connection, inclusion, and wellness for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and start a fulfilling career with ALSO!

Who We Are:

Since 1997, ALSO has been committed to fostering independence and community inclusion for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through employment support, residential living, and in home services.

Location(s): SE Portland and Gresham, Wood Village and Fairview

Shift: We have a mix of part time and full time current openings, with a specific need for those willing to work swing shifts and weekends.

Position Overview:

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at ALSO, you’ll provide person-centered care to 2-4 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential home setting. In addition to assisting with personal care, health services, and behavioral support, you’ll help individuals engage with their communities by accompanying them to appointments, activities, and outings. Because community inclusion is central to our mission, driving is a key part of most DSP positions.

We support adults with I/DD with a variety of support needs. Some people may require more medical care or hygiene assistance, while others need more social, emotional, or behavioral support. Everyone receives person-centered support tailored to their specific needs and wants. This position works within an interdisciplinary team of behavior specialists, nurses, support pros, and leadership committed to advocating for wellness, autonomy, and inclusion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Relationship Building: Cultivate strong, supportive connections with individuals receiving services and provide backup support coverage when needed.

• Direct Support: Assist with hygiene and medical support as needed, and daily living tasks (i.e. cooking, cleaning, activity planning) both in the home and out in the broader community.

• Compliance & Documentation: Ensure proper documentation (MAR, T-Logs, ISP data) is maintained to meet compliance standards.

• Advocacy: Be an advocate for the people you support by promoting choices, autonomy, and community inclusion

Compensation & Benefits:

• Starting Pay: $18.50 - $20 per hour, based on experience, education, and Veteran status.

• Paid Training: Earn while enhancing your skills.

• Paid Holidays: 10 days, including a special “YAY Day” for your birthday.

• Comprehensive Insurance: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options.

• Generous Leave: Vacation and sick time accruals, Paid Time Off with payout option.

• Retention bonus: $250 after 6 months

• Referral bonus: Up to $500 per referral!

• Retirement Plan: Generous employer-matching

• Employee Assistance Program: 24/7 access to counseling, legal, financial advice, and more.

• Parental Leave

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Employee Recognition Program

• Career Development

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible.

Qualifications:

• Be dependable and punctual;

• Be able to lift, transfer, push/pull, maneuver and reposition 50 lbs.;

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent;

• Be able to prepare written reports via computer using proper spelling, punctuation, and grammar.

• Valid driver license preferred.

• Willingness to accompany individuals out in the community.

• Experience as a caregiver is great but not required! Do you work in a warehouse, in retail, in customer service, or as a driver and want a change? Restart your career at ALSO as a Direct Support Professional!

• All candidates considered for employment are required to successfully pass a comprehensive background check prior to joining ALSO and ongoing every two years.

Why Join ALSO?

At ALSO, we do work of the heart. This meaningful work brings out the bold, the compassionate, and the passionate. By joining our team, you will play a crucial role in helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities live fulfilling lives, achieve their goals, and become an integral part of their communities. Join us in making a real difference. Make Heart Work YOUR Work.

All qualified applicants encourages to apply! You can also learn more about our careers and services, or attend our next hiring event at

Advocates for Life Skills & Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and job applicants without regard to age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.

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