Washington County Direct Support Specialist for Mental Health

3 weeks ago


Portland, United States Northwest Habilitation Services Full time
Northwest Habilitation Services -

We are hiring all over Portland and surrounding cities

Full-time and Part-time available within the hours of 8am-6pm

Northwest Habilitation Services of Portland is committed to helping clients with persistent mental illness overcome the challenges of daily living through our unique approach and experienced care team. This is not a caregiving position. As a Direct Support Specialist (DSS) your role will be to provide motivation and guidence to clients.

We want to Plant SEEDs of Success:

Set Goals that are real and achievable

Engage with our clients to build trust

Establish routines with clients to build self-confidence

Help develop Calendaring skills to stay on track

As a DSS your job is to help our clients learn the skills needed to live and succeed in their community. You may work in group housing setups as well as in individual households.

Our skills-building program focuses on teaching and reinforcing these primary areas:

  • Hygiene Reminders
  • Housekeeping
  • How to do Laundry
  • Meal Preparation and Menu Planning
  • Grocery Shopping
  • Money Management
  • Calendaring and Planning
  • Health and Safety
  • Social Inclusions and Communication
  • Public Transit

We use a Person-Centered approach utilizing a Support Plan (CCSP) tailored to the specific needs of the individual receiving services.

We teach and assist clients in accessing community resources such as food boxes, healthcare appointments and other services as appropriate.

Maintain confidentiality of records relating to clients. Meets standards for documentation and accuracy of work.

Pay is typically 19-21 an hour with opportunities for bonuses and raises. 

Job Requirements:

  • 18 years or older (required)
  • High school diploma or GED (required)
  • Driver’s license (preferred)
  • Reliable vehicle (preferred)
  • Clear background check

Work Remotely

  • No

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



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