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Grow Developmental Disability Solutions Job Description: Direct Support Worker for Children and/or Adults with Developmental Disabilities
Make a Difference—One Person at a Time
At Grow Developmental Disability Solutions, you’re not just filling a shift—you’re helping someone live a more independent and fulfilling life. We are a person-centered agency, meaning every individual we support is treated with respect, dignity, and a plan built around their goals.
Want to see what the job looks like? Watch a quick video here: A day in the life as a DSP
As a DSP, you’ll work one-on-one with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (ID/DD), supporting daily routines, community involvement, and personal goals in a way that is engaging, respectful, and empowering.
If you’re looking for meaningful work where what you do truly matters each day, this is the place to be.
Why People Choose This Role
- Consistent, meaningful one-on-one work
- Flexible scheduling that fits your life
- Supportive team that has your back
- The opportunity to truly make an impact every day
What You’ll Do
- Support daily routines (cooking, cleaning, personal care with the client)
- Help clients get into the community and stay engaged
- Follow care plans and goals
- Communicate with families and your team
- Complete notes and documentation
- Ensure safety and well-being at all times
What We’re Looking For
- Dependable and shows up
- Positive attitude and flexible mindset
- Strong communication skills
- Comfortable working independently
Current Clients Needing Additional Support
Client 1 (North Portland):
- Male | 11 yrs | 97211
- Schedule: Needs help during the week. Hours could be flexible but during the day. He refuses to go to school.
- Likes: He enjoys his own space and having quiet time when he needs it. He likes his electronics, playing action dolls and toys.
- Needs: Family prefers a DSP who has experience supporting non verbal individuals with autism. Work on building independent living skills, improving street safety skills, improve school attendance and communication skills
Client 2 (North Portland):
- Male | 9 yrs | 97212
- Schedule: Needs help Tuesday 8am-3pm, Friday 2pm-8pm . Weekends could be flexible anytime.
- Likes: He enjoys singing and music, running and playing in the sand.
- Needs: OIS training is required......Needs support to improve communication, emotional regulation and daily living skills. Has higher behaviors and needs help learning to teach coping and self regulation skills. Follow his behavior support plan to reduce self harm/property destruction.
Client 3 (North Portland):
- Female | 20 yrs | 97217
- Schedule: Needs support on the weekends. Schedule can be flexible. Clients family is new to recieving outside support and would prefer to start slow with a new DSP and could turn into more hours if good rapport is built with family/client
- Likes: This client is a friendly and engaging individual who enjoys attention, music, singing, and warm baths. She is mostly nonverbal, using limited words, facial expressions, and gestures to communicate.
- Needs: This client has a g-tube and requires nurse delegation training. She requires full support for mobility, transfers, feeding via G-tube, bathing, hygiene, and fire evacuation. She is wheelchair-bound and dependent on others for all ADLs and IADLs, including personal care, dressing, and transportation. She is medically fragile, with a history of constipation and swallowing difficulties. She prefers services in the home or PSW’s home and thrives with consistent, attentive interaction. Communication with this client requires repetition, cues, and familiarity, as new people may not readily understand her needs. Supervision is required for all major daily activities and safety.
Requirements
- 18+ years old
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1+ year of caregiving or related experience
- Valid driver’s license, insurance, and reliable transportation
- Smartphone required
- Must be able to successfully pass all state-required background checks and meet all ODDS employment eligibility requirements.
- CPR/First Aid/AED (or willing to obtain)
Pay & Benefits
- $24.00/hour
- Flexible schedule
- Health & dental insurance
- No-cost health plan (15+ hrs/week), including: $25,000 life insurance $2,000 accidental coverage Virtual care options for dependents
- Whole Life Insurance (Voluntary benefit)
- Time off Policy
- Next-day Pay (options)
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Paid training (Subject to variation)
Equal Opportunity Employer: Grow Developmental Disability Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and encourage individuals with disabilities to apply.
About Us: Grow Development and Disability Solutions is a community living support agency that works with the Intellectually/Developmentally Disabled community here in Oregon. Our vision is to partner with families and support workers to provide the highest quality of care and develop long-lasting relationships. Some of our clients need part-time Direct Support Workers and some need full-time.
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
