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About the Role
Schedule: Ideally m/w/f, but could be a different combination of weekdays. Hours can be anywhere between 2-9pm. Primarily looking for consistency/reliability, and the family can be flexible/change things as needed. They're also looking for occasional 24-hour relief care shifts on weekends, if available.
This 11-year-old client is a friendly, caring boy who enjoys his electronics and sports like basketball and soccer. He lives with his adopted dads in outer NW Portland, and needs a friendly, consistent DSP to help him gain a better understanding of his place in the world. He's working on gaining skills in socializing with peers his age, self-care/hygiene, among other ADLs/IADLs. There is potential for tantrums when things don't go his way, but his previous/now on-call DSP has had very few problems like this while working with him. A potential DSP should give routine reminders for tasks he's working on, bring positive energy to their interactions, and provide redirection for his behaviors. Mileage reimbursement available.
Requirements
Daily Requirements:
Scheduling – each DSP has a set schedule with the assigned client(s)
Smart phone – use a cell phone to clock in/out for visits and complete the daily progress notes.
Patient, Kind and Positive – caring for clients with disabilities requires someone who can be patient, support the client through kindness and understanding, and provide positive reinforcement throughout the shift.
Driving – depending on the client, they may need to be driven to community events or appointments. Valid license and insurance required if driving will be needed.
Support – develop and maintain positive working relationships with the assigned client(s), their families and the FRR Support Manager