Compassion Starts With You: Caregivers Needed in Marion County!!!

About us

Joieful Connections is a company that supports individuals throughout the State of Oregon. We are inclusive, social and creative.

Our work environment includes:

• Relaxed atmosphere
• Growth opportunities
• Casual work attire
• Flexible working hours

Looking for Direct Support Professionals who love to connect with the individuals they serve!

What if you could help an individual develop life, social, and communication skills while enjoying activities like hiking, biking, or playing sports together?

That's exactly what Joieful Connections is looking to offer five unique Direct Support Professional in Marion County and Polk County.

If you are an experienced, reliable, kind, humorous, active Direct Support Professional that specializes in providing supportive care to intellectually or developmentally disabled young adults and children we'd like to hear from you.

Offering W2 employment with a starting pay at $22.00 per hour; Joieful Connections offers a competitive wage, promotes work-life balance, opportunity to create your own schedule, career resources, paid time off, paid training, 401K, and bonuses.

Currently, we are primarily offering afternoons and evenings.

Preferred Skills

• Patience and understanding with young adults and children who have intellectual/developmental disabilities
• Experience in building independent living skills such as hygiene, safety, social skills, expressive and receptive communication, meal prep, etc.
• Knowledge of home care services
• Proficient in written and verbal communication
• Experience supporting high-risk individuals with behavioral support plans
• OIS Training and Certified (pays at a higher rate)
• Bilingual (Spanish, Russian, Korean, Vietnamese, Arabic)

Direct Support Professional Qualifications:

• Be a minimum of 18 years of age
• Personal Support: 1 year (Required)
• High school or equivalent (Required)
• Be legally eligible to work in the United States.
• English, Reading, Writing, and Spoken (Required)
• Be able to pass a background check
• Effective communication with families, medical providers, and other support personnel.
• Able to make calm decisions and provide support in emergency situations.
• Be certified in CPR and First Aid by a recognized training agency within 90 calendar days of employment.
• If transporting individuals, have a valid driver's license and vehicle insurance in compliance with the laws of the Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Must have a license and a reliable vehicle.

**Must also have a smartphone

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to individuals in Marion County, focusing on their physical and emotional well-being.
• Utilize caregiving skills to assist with daily activities and personal care needs.
• Monitor patients closely, noting any changes in condition and promptly reporting to supervisors.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment by performing cleaning tasks and ensuring proper hygiene practices.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals according to dietary requirements.
• Utilize first aid knowledge when necessary and demonstrate patience and empathy in all interactions.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and social workers to ensure comprehensive care for patients.
• Adapt to different care settings, including group homes, assisted living facilities, and community care environments.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and language proficiency to effectively communicate with diverse patients.
• Uphold professional standards and ethics in all caregiving responsibilities.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: Multiple locations

Salary : $22