Group Home Direct Support Professional

Witco is seeking Full-Time and Part-Time Direct Support staff in our 24-hour, residential home settings.

Summary :

Direct Support Professionals (DSP'S) establish safe and favorable living conditions for people with disabilities in a residential and group home setting. Our Support Professionals provide a variety of in-home support such as food prep, assisting with domestic tasks, medication administration, financial management, community access, doctor visits, job search, and moral support. DSPs also assist with activities of daily living such as mobility, eating, drinking, bathing, toileting, hygiene and personal care. By providing care, assistance, and support our amazing team of DSP's enable people with disabilities to achieve life goals and greater independence.

About Witco :

Witco is human service organization dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities. Incorporated since 1974 we were one of the original disability organizations dedicated to serving people with disabilities in the local community. Witco is proudly one of few organizations to retain a not-for-profit status since its beginnings over 50 years ago.

In addition to rewarding work, Witco employees enjoy a great company culture, competitive compensation, and generous company paid benefits. Including all company paid medical, dental, vision etc. for Full-Time. Paid Vacation, Holiday, and Sick.

Job Functions :

Provide at home and community services to people who are cognitively, behaviorally and / or physically disabled in a group home setting.

Encourage independent living and guide residents in daily living activities.

Assist with daily activities such as meal preparation and planning, feeding, mobility, hygiene, and direct personal care.

Provide guidance and support in daily living skills within the resident's natural community and home environment.

Provide and arrange transportation to appointments and community recreation as needed.

Assess the strengths of individuals and teach them to use them effectively.

Encourage the development of self-esteem and independence.

Work with other support providers to identify resident needs and goals.

Monitor progress towards goals, collect data on all services provided, evaluate results, make recommendations.

Complete documentation and maintain accurate records, prepare reports as required.

Hire requisites include the following :

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Valid driver's license, proof of insurance and clear driving record.

Dependable and reliable with excellent attendance.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

EOE / M / F / Vet / Disability

Drug Screen and Criminal Background with Fingerprinting Required for Oregon and Idaho

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