Direct Support Professional (DSP)

$300 HIRING BONUS after first 200 hours are worked with our agency!

Are you seeking a meaningful career that makes a lasting impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities? At NW Friends Inclusion LLC (NWFI), we believe in creating opportunities, fostering inclusion, and having fun while doing it!

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) with NWFI, you’ll spend your days engaging in enjoyable activities like bowling, visiting the zoo, exploring OMSI, playing at arcades, or trying your hand at Top Golf—all while promoting social, communication, and life skills for our clients.

What You’ll Do:

As a DSP, your role will include:

• Providing meaningful companionship and personalized care to clients.
• Assisting with community inclusion by participating in engaging activities and providing safe transportation.
• Supporting independence by encouraging self-care and personal growth.
• May include: Helping with daily living activities such as light household tasks like meal preparation, grocery shopping, errands.
• Promoting life skills, such as tipping etiquette, socializing with peers, and making healthy food choices.
• Ensuring safety and responding to emergencies when necessary.
• Documenting progress and observations about your clients.

What We Offer:

• Pay: $23/hour, plus $0.65 per mile reimbursement for travel with clients. Additional $2/hour for covering shifts when coworkers are out.
• Flexible Hours: Work as little as 12 hours/week or up to 20 hours/week, with schedules tailored to your availability (most common shifts are 10 AM–2 PM and 2PM-6PM).

Reimbursements (monthly, amounts depend on hours worked):

• Medical/dental coverage (32 hours/week)
• 5% employer-matched retirement plan 401k
• Cell phone expenses
• Dining out costs (while eating out with clients)
• Activity costs (zoo, bowling, painting, movies, etc.)
• Supplies (craft materials, games, etc.)

Requirements:

• Fully COVID-19 vaccinated (or valid exemption).
• 18 years old.
• Eligible to work in the U.S.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Reliable vehicle and good driving record.
• 1 year of related experience preferred.
• Smartphone proficiency.
• Must maintain HIPAA and confidentially standards.
• Be able to pass State of Oregon Background Check.

Locations:

Clients live in Tualatin, Lake Oswego and Portland.

Why NWFI?:

• At NWFI, we make every day rewarding. You’ll play a vital role in helping clients achieve their goals while building meaningful connections and creating memories. If you’re passionate about inclusion and want to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you! We also prioritize finding a great match for both the client and DSP.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid orientation
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• No nights
• No weekends
• On call
• Weekends only

Application Question(s):

• What days and hours are you available to work?
• Clients live in Tualatin, Lake Oswego and Portland. Are you comfortable driving the client homes in these cities?
• How many hours a week are you available to work? Please note this position is up to 20 hours a week to start, can increase hours after a month.

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23