Direct Support Professional SW Portland Area

Grow Developmental Disability Solutions
Job Description: Direct Support Worker for Children and/or Adults with Developmental Disabilities

Make a Difference—One Person at a Time

At Grow Developmental Disability Solutions, you’re not just filling a shift—you’re helping someone live a more independent and fulfilling life. We are a person-centered agency, meaning every individual we support is treated with respect, dignity, and a plan built around their goals.

Want to see what the job looks like? Watch a quick video here: A day in the life as a DSP

As a DSP, you’ll work one-on-one with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (ID/DD), supporting daily routines, community involvement, and personal goals in a way that is engaging, respectful, and empowering.

If you’re looking for meaningful work where what you do truly matters each day, this is the place to be.

Why People Choose This Role

• Consistent, meaningful one-on-one work
• Flexible scheduling that fits your life
• Supportive team that has your back
• The opportunity to truly make an impact every day

What You’ll Do

• Support daily routines (cooking, cleaning, personal care with the client)
• Help clients get into the community and stay engaged
• Follow care plans and goals
• Communicate with families and your team
• Complete notes and documentation 
• Ensure safety and well-being at all times

What We’re Looking For

• Dependable and shows up
• Positive attitude and flexible mindset
• Strong communication skills
• Comfortable working independently

Current Clients Needing Additional Support

Client 1 (SW Portland): 

• Female | 8 yrs | 97219
• Schedule: Summer Schedule: Mon/wed/fri 2 pm-5 pm Tues/Thurs 9 am-3pm
• Likes: Loves dogs, time with family, her figurine toys, her bean bag and trampoline, babies and disney princesses, race cars
• Needs: Female DSP preferred. Use visual schedules, use timers; allow her to set the timer, use first/then language and structure. Be strong, assertive and funny. Be athletic and hyperactive and able to match her level of activity. The goofier the better.

Client 2 (SW Portland): 

• Female | 11 yrs | 97219
• Schedule: Looking for help 9:30 -3:00 pm Mon-Sat
• Needs: Someone that has flexibility, is compassionate, has experience with neurodivergence, is reliable and professional.

Client 3 (SW Portland): 

• Female | 22 yrs | 97239
• Schedule: Prefers shorter shifts, not early morning hours. Weekday late afternoons. Weekends are more flexible but prefers help in the afternoon/evening. Clients family prefers a DSP who can be very flexible on their schedule with this client. The hours will likely not be the same every week
• Likes: Her family, education, her computer, math
• Needs: Help with transportation, step by step instructions, completing paper work and helping her understand fuctionaily and how different things work. Wants to become more independent at home and in the community and wants to learn more about world and local events by reading the newspaper

Client 4 (SW Portland): 

• Male | 10 yrs | 97219
• Schedule: Weekends - timing is flexible. Family would prefer someone who they can call upon when needing support. Would be pretty regular weekend shifts but not all the time
• Likes: This client loves minecraft, his parents, being in nature, art, toys, food choice, sonic and/or anime and talking about birds and bugs
• Needs: He is working on increasing independence with daily living skills such as dressing, shoes and other ADLs. He is also working on regulating emotions, improving transitions and safely interacting with children/adults in the community and around streets or vehicles. He wants to develop meaningful relationships with others in his age group and participate in community events

Client 5 (SW Portland): 

• Female | 7 yrs | 97201
• Schedule: Looking for a DSP who can come 24-25 hours a week. Most needed Thurs, Fri and Sat from 3-7 or 8. Would also like a back up/on call DSP
• Likes: She is a happy, loveable, friendly, energetic girl who loves playing with her toys.
• Needs: Working on learning to play safely with her peers on the playground and at school and wants to participate in community based activities to increase opportunities to develop self-regulation skills

Requirements

• 18+ years old
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ year of caregiving or related experience
• Valid driver’s license, insurance, and reliable transportation
• Smartphone required
• Must be able to successfully pass all state-required background checks and meet all ODDS employment eligibility requirements.
• CPR/First Aid/AED (or willing to obtain)

Pay & Benefits

• $24.00/hour
• Flexible schedule
• Health & dental insurance
• No-cost health plan (15+ hrs/week), including:
  • $25,000 life insurance
  • $2,000 accidental coverage
  • Virtual care options for dependents
• Whole Life Insurance (Voluntary benefit)
• Time off Policy
• Next-day Pay (options)
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Paid training (Subject to variation)

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Grow Developmental Disability Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome
candidates from diverse backgrounds and encourage individuals with disabilities to apply.

About Us: Grow Development and Disability Solutions is a community living support agency that works with the Intellectually/Developmentally Disabled community here in Oregon. Our vision is to partner with families and support workers to provide the highest quality of care and develop long-lasting relationships. Some of our clients need part-time Direct Support Workers and some need full-time. 

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.