Up and Out, Inc. is a longstanding Portland agency whose mission is to provide community integrated services and residential options to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities. We provide opportunities to move into and maintain individualized living situations in their own homes as valued, productive, unique and successful members of their community. We pride ourselves on providing a strong sense of community and camaraderie for our staff and the people we serve.
We are looking for fun, creative, and compassionate people to support the members of our program towards inclusion in the community and connecting with resources to build independence and wellbeing. We are looking for full time and part time positions that can cover day and overnight shifts for 2 women who live in their own home. They are part of our newly developed of Supported Living Program. Both need assistance with personal care and support to do the activities they love in their home and community, including walks, shopping, and social events with their friends. Main responsibilities include helping the roommates gain skills by participating in tasks, such as cooking, laundry, grocery shopping, and appointments.
We have both full time and part time postions available.
What are the Responsibilities of an In-Home Caregiver (Skills Trainer)?
The skill trainer is a staff member with overall responsibilities for the day to day delivery of training and support services to participants of the tenant support and group home programs.
- Assisting in meal preparation and follow menus.
- Maintaining a sanitary environment.
- Evaluating and documenting client progress.
- Administering client medication treatments, per agency policy.
- Attending to client medical needs.
- Utilizing a basic knowledge of behavior management.
- Implementing behavior plans.
- Utilize house and/or resident specific supports including but not limited to the following:
- Use of medical equipment with and without nursing delegations as required by law
- Safe use of transfer equipment such as lifts, gait belts, wheelchairs, walkers, etc. as required.
What are the requirements to become an In-Home Caregiver (Skills Trainer)?
- A minimum of one year experience working with DD adults.
- A sincere desire to work with adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) is the most critical qualification.
- Commitment to the concept of excellent quality of life for adults with intellectual / developmental disabilities.
- Ability to communicate and work positively with adults with I/DD and their families, other community members and program staff.
- Must be literate and capable of understanding written and verbal orders.
- Must have the ability to stay calm in stressful situations and be able to respond in emergency situations at all times.
- A valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, acceptable driving record and access to a car, is required in this position.
- Must be eligible to work in the United States.
- Must consent to and pass a criminal background check.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to use American Sign Language is strongly preferred.
Benefits Overview
- Pay Starts at $22.00/hr
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Coverage after 90 days in eligible positions
- Retirement Savings Plan 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Student Loan Forgiveness program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid training and certification program
- Mileage Reimbursement (when applicable)
Equal Opportunity Employer
Up & Out, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
