Direct Support Professional - Job Coach & Advising Professional

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Direct Support Professional - Job Coach & Advising Professional

Diversability Inc. is a small, family-founded and female operated community based nonprofit serving Deschutes County. We are hiring Employment Professionals and Advising Professionals for our direct service programs. We're looking for employees who share our vision and align with our mission of empowering community connections.

Diversability Inc. Job Coaches work in our Integrated Employment Program supporting employees in their work environments, assisting in maintaining employment, and encouraging progression in the employee's chosen field. Job Coaches understand the significance of gainful employment and are passionate about transforming individual interests and strengths into skills and talents necessary in employment settings.

Advising Professionals, or Community Living DSP’s, guide individuals on their journey of independent living, providing mentorship for individuals experiencing diversabilities in home and community settings. Each individual we serve has goals specific to their needs and desires; DSP’s are tasked with supporting individuals in accomplishing these goals.

*Position is part time, with full-time availability*

All employees are expected to demonstrate professionalism, respect, and authenticity. Requirements and qualifications for all employees include:

• Must be 18+ years of age
• Eligible to work in the United States
• High School Diploma, or approved equivalent
• Comprehensive background check approval
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• One year of professional experience in the field of diversabilities preferred
• Ability to provide skills training for individuals to increase independence
• Complete work related training including CPR/First Aid, Information Security, Mandatory Abuse Reporting, and other core competencies
• Ability to safely and adequately perform tasks outlined in Individual Support Plans (ISP’s).
• Ability to respond to emergency situations

BENEFITS

• Accrued Paid Sick Time (accruing starts right away & can use after 90 days)
• Up to 3% Employer Matching Retirement Contribution
• Paid Training time and opportunities
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Holidays (11 per year)
• Employee Birthday Recognition
• Employee Recognition at All Staff Meetings
• Monthly expense allowance after one year of employment
• Holiday bonus
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer
• Supportive Environment involving Growth Mindset, Inclusive, and Humanistic management practices
• $500 Referral Bonus for referring employee
• Mileage reimbursement
• If full time (32+ hours a week for 3 consecutive months) Dental & Health insurance 100% employer paid.

Please visit our website for more information! www.diversabilityinc.org