Are you looking for an awesome job where you get to make a difference every day? If so, UCP Oregon might have the perfect job for you!
UCP Oregon is an exciting and empowering place to work. We help adults who experience developmental disabilities to live the life of their dreams—whether that’s living independently, working in a great job, or pursuing their interests and hobbies.
We’re currently seeking four caregivers “Personal Assistants” who will support a woman lives in her own apartment in Milwaukie and experiences a developmental disability. She is very social and has a great sense of humor. She is eager to work with a personal assistant that will value time spent in the community as well as downtime in the home. She loves music and singing, enjoying her large collection of books and DVDs and likes spending time out in the community enjoying parks, gardens and the mall.
Routine is very important to her. As her personal assistant, you will ensure meals are cooked around the same time each day following a set meal plan and recipes, assist her with eating, drinking, taking medication, completing chores, assisting with personal care and scheduling appointments. You'll offer emotional support and provide comfort and structure throughout her day.
There are currently four schedule options:
Option one: You will work 2 shifts for a total of 42 hours a week: Sunday 2pm-midnight, Monday midnight-8pm and Friday 8am-8pm.
Option two: You will work 1 shift totaling 42 hours a week: Monday 8pm-midnight, Tuesday midnight to midnight, Wednesday midnight to 2pm.
Option three: You will work 1 shift totaling 42 hours a week: Wednesday 2p-midnight, Thursday Midnight to Midnight, Friday midnight to 8am.
Option four: You will work 1 shift totaling 42 hours a week: Friday 8p-midnight, Saturday midnight-midnight, Sunday midnight-2pm.
You’ll also work your regular hours on Agency holidays.
This role requires patience and empathy, as the individual may experience moments of frustration. However, your ability to provide a positive, outgoing and supportive presence will make a significant difference in her daily life. If you’re a compassionate and reliable individual who enjoys working within a team, we would love to have you join our team.
Benefits:
$18.00 per hour.
Eligible for overtime pay for hours worked over 40 hours per week.
Holiday pay (double pay for the first 12 hours of any agency holiday shift that you work).
Great medical, vision, prescription, and alternative care coverage (including massage therapy and naturopathy) for employee, spouse/domestic partner, and children.
3 weeks of paid time off, rising to 4 weeks after 5 years of service at UCP.
Mileage reimbursement if driving for UCP.
401k retirement plan with up to a 4% employer match.
Fun, casual work environment, with lots of opportunities for advancement and growth, at one of the top-ranked non-profits in Oregon.
Requirements:
High school diploma or GED.
Be able to pass our pre-hiring screenings, including a reference check, a physical with a lifting test of 50lbs, and a criminal history background check.
Drivers preferred—if choosing to drive for UCP, you must be at least 18 years old, have a current driver’s license, a reliable personal vehicle, at least two years of driving experience, auto insurance, and a clean driving record.
Experience in the developmental disability field preferred, but not required.
To Apply:
It’s easy to apply! Visit http://www.ucpaorwa.org/careers.html and look for the “Caregiver (DSP) – Friendly, Humorous Woman (Milwaukie)” job opening. Then answer a few fast questions and send a resume and cover letter.
UCP Oregon is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and actively seeks applicants from diverse backgrounds. UCP considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, military/veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. We encourage BIPOC, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people who experience disabilities to apply.
Find out more about UCP Oregon at: http://www.ucpaorwa.org/.