L'Arche Portland

Full-time Caregiver (DSP) 1-10pm or 12-10pm

Portland, OR, USPosted 3 days ago

Job Description

Join our team of incredible professionals providing support that is "*work of the heart.*" L'Arche has an incredible history and is known internationally for setting the standard of care and friendship for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Nursing, social work, or special education students encouraged to apply. Experience as an in-home caregiver, CNA, or direct support professional preferred.

Swing Shift Schedule

12-10pm or 1-10pm | One Weekend Day Required | Weds 10-11a Mtg

Driver Required

Current drivers license and comfort driving an accessible mini-van required

Role Responsibilities

  • Work cooperatively with the other L’Arche assistants to create community and support the growth and wellbeing of each member of the home
  • Assist core members (adults with intellectual disabilities) with basic hygiene and health needs, which include toileting, showering, and laundry assistance
  • Assist core members with daily recreational and financial activities and support them in personal growth
  • Share household responsibilities including cooking, maintenance of house and yard, upkeep of community vehicles, transportation for core members, record keeping
  • Help plan leisure activities, trips, prayer, community nights, retreats, one-on-one outings with core members
  • Welcome guests and visitors into the home
  • Attend regularly scheduled meetings (Wednesdays at 10am - some virtual options)
  • Develop supportive relationships with friends and families of core members, and professional human service workers (case workers, health care providers, etc.)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.50 per hour

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid orientation
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Professional development assistance
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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