Direct Support Professional- Hood River
Thrive Services
Hood River, Oregon, Hood River, 97031, OR
Description
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
At Thrive Services, you’ll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships, gain valuable experience, and make a positive difference in the lives of the individuals we support. Every day, our team is committed to helping individuals “Become The Best You!”
Position Overview
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will provide compassionate, person-centered support and positive guidance to individuals with developmental disabilities. You will assist individuals in achieving their personal goals while following Thrive Services’ policies, procedures, and established support plans.
DSPs provide support with everyday living needs in the home and community while promoting independence, personal growth, self-advocacy, and meaningful relationships. You will advocate for the individuals you support and help them develop the skills and confidence necessary to achieve greater independence and participate actively within their communities.
This position requires the ability to provide consistent one-on-one physical, social, and emotional support, including assistance with personal care and daily living activities. Compassion, patience, reliability, and a genuine desire to help others succeed are essential to this role.
Daily Responsibilities
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Personal Health, Safety & Well-Being
- Assist with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, mobility, meal preparation, medication administration, light housekeeping, and other health-related tasks.
- Promote a safe, clean, and supportive home environment.
- Support individuals in maintaining their personal health and well-being.
Transportation & Community Participation
- Provide transportation assistance for personal appointments, activities, and community outings.
- Encourage individuals to participate in community activities and develop meaningful relationships and connections.
Communication Support
- Promote clear, respectful, and effective communication.
- Assist individuals in expressing their needs, preferences, and goals.
- Explain complex information in a manner that is easy to understand.
Positive Behavioral & Life Skills Support
- Provide positive behavioral support and guidance.
- Coach and encourage the development of essential life skills.
- Foster positive relationships and assist with creative problem-solving.
- Encourage self-advocacy, independence, decision-making, and personal growth.
Benefits
Benefits & Perks
At Thrive Services, we value the dedication and compassion our team members bring to their work. We offer a benefits package designed to support our employees both personally and professionally:
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plan with a 2% Employer Match
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Direct Deposit
- 24 Hours of Paid Training Annually
Required Qualifications
Job Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Valid driver's license
- Reliable transportation with full-coverage auto insurance
- Working cell phone
- Ability to successfully pass a background check
- Ability to provide one-on-one physical, social, and emotional support
- Willingness to complete required training
Preferred Qualifications
Job Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Valid driver's license
- Reliable transportation with full-coverage auto insurance
- Working cell phone
- Ability to successfully pass a background check
- Ability to provide one-on-one physical, social, and emotional support
- Willingness to complete required training