1:2 care needed for teenage brothers(1F0009G & 1F0010G)

Who we are:

At Family Relief Resources (FRR), our mission is to provide families and clients with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities with the quality, person-centered daily care they need. We provide qualified DSPs who have a passion and drive to help these individuals, with a positive, stable, and highly compensated work opportunity. We recognize this is a special gift and we are dedicated to helping every DSP to find the client they are meant to help.

1F0009G & 1F0010G
Location: Outer NW Portland/Cedar Hills, 97229

Schedule: Family is flexible for scheduling when they find a DSP who's a good fit, DSP may be able to work additional days outside this schedule when needed/available.

DSP would choose two of these shift to work regularly:
Mon 4:30-7:30
Tue 4:30-7:30
Wed 4:30-7:30
Thurs 3:30-7:30

Weekends are somewhat open, but should remain flexible for family outings/plans, etc. (no set schedule)

Teenage brothers - the family is looking for a DSP to work with both brothers and engage with them on their level. Though the DSP would work with each brother separately, not at the same time. They don’t want their DSP to feel like a babysitter/parental role, as they do not connect/engage with this type of dynamic. The DSP should instead be more like a friend/peer who helps them achieve their goals.

Client 1F0009G Description : This client 18 year old client is working on building independence in his daily routine, self-care, communication, safety awareness, and emotional self-regulation. He benefits from structured guidance and patient support. An ideal caregiver will be patient, communicative, and supportive while fostering his independence and social skills in a way that builds his confidence. He needs advance notice for transitions, simple/structured instructions to complete tasks, and community engagement.

Client 1F0010G Description : This 16 year old client is a kind, shy individual who benefits from patient encouragement and structured opportunities to build his confidence and independence. He is working on social skills, self-advocacy, and developing personal interests. An ideal caregiver will be patient, encouraging, and able to create opportunities for him to gain confidence in social and everyday situations. Encouragement without pressure is essential for him, especially when he feels frustrated.

Responsibilities:

Build a strong relationship with both clients
Hold them accountable to their chore chart when applicable
Qualifications:

Preferred to have reliable vehicle and auto insurance to transport older brother to/from community events.
Must be comfortable with commuting to their home in Cedar Hills (use zip-code 97229 for commute reference)

Direct Support Professional (DSP) / In Home Care Giver Responsibilities and Duties:

This role involves caring for a client on an individual basis in their home environment as well as taking them out into the community to learn skills and socialize. This role varies depending on the client but can involve teaching skills of independent living such as self-care, behavior management, budgeting, cooking, shopping and cleaning. Family Relief Resources is not a physical facility -100% of activities happen in the community or a client’s home.

The day-to-day duties of the DSP role requires:

Smart Phone
- The state requires all client visits to be tracked with GPS location verification at clock in/out. You will need a smart phone to access the timekeeping application once you arrive at the client’s location.
Driving
- Have a valid license and car with current insurance. Some clients will need transportation.
Documenting
- Must create and enter specific progress notes after each shift. Also, a progress report is due once per quarter.
Scheduling
- Each DSP has a set schedule and must be able to maintain this with clients.
Reliability
- Because Family Relief Resources is not a facility, we need reliable employees who can work independently, show up for their shifts, and be excellent communicators with their client’s families and with our agency.
Patient, Kind, and Positive
- Helping those with disabilities requires a person who can be patient in all situations, show kindness, and have a positive attitude toward the client and other members of the client’s family even in challenging situations.
Flexibility
- Being able to adjust to different types of personalities and disabilities from day to day.

Minimum Job Requirements:

18 years or older
Pass a Criminal History Check.
Work a minimum of 15 hours per month.
CPR and First Aid Certificate (within 3 months of hire)
State required online training courses (pre-hire and within 3 months of hire)
Continuing Education (24 hours per year)
Basic knowledge of technology, including the ability to use a smartphone for timekeeping, submitting daily and quarterly shift reports, communication with office and client family, and additional requirements as needed.
Has direct experience working with children and/or adults with varying levels of support needs (Including experience with intellectual and/or behavioral disabilities).
Understand requirements of maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding individual information.
Be literate and capable of understanding written and oral orders.
Be able to communicate with individuals, health care providers, case managers, and appropriate others.
Be able to respond to emergency situations when services are being delivered.

Direct Support Professional / In Home Care Giver Benefits Include:

Part-time or Full-time work opportunities
Holiday pay (time and a half)
Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance (30+ hours per week)
Paid vacation (30+ hours per week, 6 months after hire)
401k with employer match (30+ hours per week, 1 year after hire)
Paid sick days
Paid continuing education opportunities
Free gym membership