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Direct Support Professional Gresham & Surrounding Area


Job Location:

Gresham, OR - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 24 - 24
Posted: 29 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Make a DifferenceOne Person at a Time

At Out of the Box Solutions youre not just filling a shiftyoure 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 youll 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 youre 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 Youll 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 Were Looking For
  • Dependable and shows up
  • Positive attitude and flexible mindset
  • Strong communication skills
  • Comfortable working independently

Current Clients Needing Additional Support

Client 1:

  • Female 13yrs 97080
  • Schedule: Friday- Sunday ( times T.B.D.)
  • Likes: Libraries crafts especially crochet
  • Needs: The client is very high masking. She wants to get comfortable with someone by spending time with them. She will need someone patient and understanding of that. She is looking for someone that meets her enthusiasm with things and high energy someone that is closer to her age (must be 18 or older)

Client 2:

  • Female 10yrs 97030
  • Schedule: TBD- open depending on DSPS
  • Likes: Loves going on walks going out to eat loves to be talked to loves listening to music mostly 90s boy bands does not like salad
  • Needs: Supports with toileting that is active and enjoys being outdoors can work with reinforcing of boundaries and redirecting when needed to complete tasks. Someone with their own transportation and must be patient.

Client 3:

  • Male 22yrs old 97060
  • Schedule: Thursday from 5:00 pm-11:00 pm
  • Likes: Enjoys cooking likes feeling independent maintaining connections with friends and is interested in singing like 1975s songs
  • Needs: Total assistance with all activities of daily living client uses wheelchair and must be comfortable and able to lift and assist with mobility and transfers help with personal care and help with meal prep and dressing and general ADLS and IADLS

Requirements
  • 18 years old
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 1 year of caregiving or related experience
  • Valid drivers 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:
    • $25000 life insurance
    • $2000 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)

What Happens Next

After applying youll receive a short prescreen survey from . Completing this helps us move quickly with your application.


Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority


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