Direct Support Professional (Support Tom)

Pay: $21.50/hr.

Location: Sherwood, OR

Schedule: 24 hrs./wk. Two 12-hour shifts per week 8am - 8pm, days to be determined

Brief Description: Tom is a an active, middle-aged man who likes to go on hikes, swim at his local community center, take day trips to the beach, and explore his expansive 60+ acre property of fruit trees and rolling hills. Remaining connected to his family is very important to his well-being. He has a roommate of 25+ years who is his paid caregiver during the evenings. There are no pets in the home. Tom owns his own vehicle which staff use to transport him.

Tom has a great sense of humor and gets along well with people who are engaging, confident, and have a calm, grounded nature. While Tom doesn't speak verbally, he knows what he wants and can tell you what he needs using Facilitated Communication and basic sign language. Tom is tall and strong, which can intimidate staff who are unfamiliar with the types of supports he needs. Tom benefits from staff who are able to be firm, direct, compassionate, and patient. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply!

Supports Include:

• Provide safe and reliable transportation (Tom owns his own vehicle but needs staff to drive him)
• Provide some assistance with direct care (bathing, dressing, eating, taking medication, etc.)
• Provide partial assistance with house-keeping (disinfecting, sweeping, laundry, washing dishes, etc)
• Provide full assistance with meal preparation (cook using kitchen utensils and appliances, etc.)
• Learn to provide partial assistance with use of Facilitated Communication device
• Follow behavior support plan to ensure Tom can live the life he wants and chooses!