Location: Portland, OR
Company: Boys & Girls Aid
Employment Specialists / Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) a competitive wage of $19 - $20 per hour. Our entry-level job coach team also enjoys top-notch benefits , including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, a 403(B) pension plan, a flexible spending account (FSA), a health reimbursement account (HRA), an employee assistance program, paid time off (PTO), paid sick leave, 7 paid holidays, and referral bonuses.
Plus, we make it easy to apply for this employment coach position with our initial quick mobile-optimized application. If we have your attention, please continue reading about this job coach opportunity! ABOUT COMMUNITY ACCESS SERVICES Community Access
Services is a private nonprofit organization that provides residential, community, and employment services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who live and work in our community.
Serving Oregonians for more than 30 years, we are a trusted service provider dedicated to the advocacy of individuals living with IDD and protecting their human rights. We pride ourselves on our local, grassroots culture, and our strong historical involvement in the deinstitutionalization of IDD services. Our mission is to respect all individuals and help them create healthy and fulfilling lives in their homes, communities, and workplaces. In addition to providing person-centered
services to individuals, we are also dedicated to offering our more than 230 employees opportunities for career development and advancement.
We value family and strive to create a positive team-oriented environment where our employees feel valued and are proud of the work that they do. ARE YOU A GOOD FIT? Ask yourself: Am I compassionate? Can I manage a variety of details and tasks simultaneously? Do I enjoy working on a team with a unified purpose? If so, please consider applying for this entry-level human services position as an employment coach with our nonprofit today! YOUR LIFE AS AN EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST / DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP) As an entry-level Employment Specialist / Direct Support Professional (DSP) with our nonprofit organization, you act as a job coach to provide individual support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their workplaces.
Much of your time is spent assisting, coordinating with, and advocating for the people we support. Using your employment coach skills, you are there to help them learn how to do their jobs and how to maintain them through worksite monitoring, routine employer meetings, problem-solving job accommodations, and training. By coordinating with the individuals you serve and their families or residential/supported living providers, you ensure supports are in place to help them arrive on time in the proper attire with any necessary work-related items such as a lunch, snack, etc.
When needed, you help with submitting all required billing, payroll, and individual-related documentation accurately, legibly, and within the designated timeframe. In addition to helping these individuals with their day-to-day work routine, you serve as an advocate in the workplace and support them with developing positive work relationships. This can include providing advocacy and support through effective communication strategies when requesting an increase in hours, pay, and/or promotions.
Further, you ensure all outlined individualized support plan (ISP) supports are applied and all required training for this position is completed. When appropriate, you communicate any issues to the Support Employment Manager and complete any other duties as assigned. In this role as an employment coach, you are proud of the part you play on our human services team and take great joy in serving others and seeing them succeed in their personal and professional endeavors. WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU AS OUR EMPLOYMENT COACH Must be 18 years or older Valid driver's license and have a reliable vehicle Exhibit basic reading, writing, mathematical, and computer skills Able to perform the physical requirements of the job including lifting approx.
50lbs Pass a drug screen and criminal background check upon hire If you can meet these requirements and perform this entry-level job coach position as described above, we would be happy to have you as part of our human services team with our nonprofit organization! COVID Considerations: Masking Required per detailed company policy Must provide proof of being fully vaccinated by hire date or have requested and granted a medical or religious exception Location: 97006 Job Posted by Applicant Pro
insurance Waiver cash option Dental and Vision insurance available Generous sick and vacation time accrual rates; accrued time rolls over year-to-year. 5% 401k employer contribution Life insurance policy Employee Assistance Program Clinical supervision toward licensure is available.
The position is a direct service element clinical activity of the Mental Health Youth and Family Unit. Skills Trainers provide pre-approved direct assistance to clients who have a covered mental health diagnosis as prescribed and by designated Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP). The skills trainer will meet with Adapt behavioral health children and adolescent clients and/or their parent/guardians
in a variety of assigned locations, to provide assistance with behavioral and/or life skills, such as building relationship skills, impulse control, and appropriate social interactions; coach parents/caregivers; develop schedules and coordinate services; provide supervised crisis interventions.
Skills trainers may also transport clients to appropriate appointments with community-based organizations. Primary Responsibilities; Direct Billable Services: Provide general skills training in both individual and family group settings; assist clients with identifying personal strengths and setting of treatment goals; provide crisis prevention/intervention and symptom management. Documentation
: Complete and submit progress notes, records, correspondence, and interagency liaison activities on behalf of assigned clients maintains and completes required records, reports, documentation as required by departmental policy and state and federal law.
Community Based Services: As many of the services are provided with in the community and throughout Douglas County, driving is an essential and daily function of this position; transports individuals, family members and other supports to/from services. Training/Supervision: Participates in professional development through individual and group supervision, unit and agency staff meetings, workshops, and computer-based training.
May be asked to assist in developing and maintaining training programs and materials in consultation with supervisor and program manager; Assists in peer professional development by sharing training materials and or training others. Available for after hours on call Supervised Crisis Intervention at the direction of a QMHP. Will be required to achieve productivity standards as set forth and outlined by your manager. Maintain compliance with regard to state, federal and Adapt Integrated Health Care guidelines including but not limited to accurate and timely documentation. Other Duties as assigned which may include psych sitting after hour to ensure youth stabilization within the community appearance.
Qualifications Required Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work science or related field, OR a satisfactory equivalence of education, experience, and training. Substantial knowledge of social service theory, practices, and procedures to be able to identify a problem, decide on an appropriate action, and provide indicated services; knowledge of human behavior as it relates to crisis situations and problems of client population; reasonable knowledge of laws relating to mental health.
Come join our progressive team and make a difference in the lives of others! For more information on our organization, please visit our website at www. adaptoregon. org. Adapt Integrated Health Care is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our clientele.
For anyone needing assistance or accommodation with Adapt's application process, please reach out to our team at or by calling (541) 672-xyz X and asking for our Human Resources department. #INDA2PDN-9acd2202-e688-4285-b715-f9afb81b9b72
on-the-floor training and mentorship of Project Search interns Coordinate with other Project Search Staff in the evaluation of each intern to ensure their success Maintain compliance with Project Search program methods and standards Problem solve Project Search intern issues and concerns Communicate with host business staff in the work rotation to ensure their expectations and the needs of the intern are being met 3.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Aid in the design and implementation of the Project Search curriculum Work with the Pearl Buck Community Employment Team regarding intern employment opportunities post Project Search experience Organize activities and attend
meetings/trainings as required Coordinate with interns' families and support staff as needed Maintain all necessary records and record data entries into appropriate record keeping systems to comply with district, state and agency requirements as directed by the Employment Path Manager.
Cross train and work in other areas of the Adult & Community Services Department as needed 4. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma or equivalent Dependable transportation; valid Oregon driver's license with driving record sufficient to qualify to drive agency vehicles Ability to pass an Oregon Department of Human Services background check Experience with employment training
& mentoring preferred Experience working with adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred 5.
PHYSICAL DEMAND: The physical effort typically applied in this job will be minimal as this is primarily a support position. When working directly with clients in their assigned rotations tasks could include: Pushing, Pulling, Lifting, Reaching, Bending, Keying/Typing, Driving, Standing, Walking, Speaking and Repetition. 6. MENTAL OR VISUAL DEMAND: Continuous mental and visual focus is required while working with interns in a vocational setting, participating in and mentoring intern job duties and while completing required data entry. 7. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work conditions will vary depending location Working conditions will typically be in a climate controlled and regulated environment but in the field may include exposure to weather, cold, heat, dust, noise or chemicals 8.
ATTENDANCE: This position requires availability based on business/client need On occasion, overtime may be required It is imperative that attendance protocols are adhered to and that Department Call-In Policies are maintained at all times 9. SAFETY: There is never a good reason to risk your own personal safety or that of a co-worker, client or business partner.
Being pro-active to prevent injuries or incidents is an expectation All injuries or incidents, no matter how small, must be reported 10. FSLA: The position of Project Search Skills Trainer is a non-exempt position Non-Exempt positions are eligible for overtime pay 11. EEO CLASSIFICATION: The position of Project Search Skills Trainer is considered a Category (9) Service Workers
