Direct Support Professional/Caregiver

Are you:

•Someone who wants to help make a difference in people’s lives?

•Interested in the healthcare industry but don’t know where to start?

•Looking for a rewarding career with opportunities for growth?

As a Direct Support Professional at CCI, you will directly and positively impact the lives of individuals diagnosed with intellectual and developmental disabilities and gain skills that will last you a lifetime! If this sounds like a fit for you please read on, and apply today!

About Us

Center for Continuous Improvement, Inc. (CCI) is a non-profit organization providing residential supports to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Oregon since 1993. Our mission is to assure the provision of resident care while supporting individuals in exercising personal choice, as well as, achieving equality, dignity, opportunity and inclusion in the community.

We are seeking dependable, compassionate, creative, energetic, self-motivated direct caregivers with a strong work ethic that are looking to make a difference in the lives of youth with developmental disabilities.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Providing a positive and fun environment
• Assisting with personal care and hygiene, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Assisting with home skills, such as preparing meals, housekeeping, and laundry
• Medication administration
• Monitoring health and ensuring safety
• Supporting positive behaviors
• Maintaining records and data entries

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age (Per OAR 411-323-0050 (7)(a))
• Must have a High school diploma/GED
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug test
• Must have reliable transportation (Driver's License NOT required, as long as you possess a current state-issued ID)
• Impeccable attendance
• Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as mandated for healthcare workers in the state of Oregon

Details and Benefits:

• Pay begins at $18.00/hr, with $0.25 raise after 6 months (and positive performance review), $0.20 raise after 1 year and an additional $0.50 for qualified drivers
• Full-time (day on weekends; swing and graveyard shifts available) must have schedule availability and flexibility
• Overtime usually available!
• Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Sick Leave, and Vacation
• Paid training provided, including Oregon Intervention System (OIS), CPR & First Aid, Medication Administration, and more!

Availability:

• MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK WEEKENDS, PRIORITY GIVEN TO THOSE WITH SWING SHIFT (3P-11P) AVAILABILITY, AND OPEN WEEKEND AVAILABILITY

• Cover letter must include days and shifts you are available to work.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion sex/gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law”

Visit our website at https://www.forcci.org/employment-application/ to easily apply today!