Children’s Support Professional for a Young Man (Tigard)

Are you looking for an independent, flexible, and rewarding career? Do you value providing one-to-one, person-centered support to youth that happen to experience a disability?

If so, UCP Oregon might have the perfect job for you! We’re seeking a part-time Children’s Support Professional who will work with a young man that experiences autism.

Together, you’ll participate in various activities such as going for walks in the park, listening to music, reading, or simply chatting. You’ll also be supporting him with navigating his emotions and assisting with some elements of personal care, such as transfers, toileting, and cooking. He may also need assistance during phone and Zoom appointments.

The family is looking for approximately 15-hours of in-home support throughout the week. This young man needs support on Wednesdays from 10am to 1pm, Thursdays after 3:30pm, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays after 5pm, and negotiable hours on the weekends. You will work with the family to determine your scheduled hours based on their availability and your availability within the framework listed above.

This is a great opportunity for those interested in a self-driven, independent position that allows you to be creative and work with a great family. Plus, you’ll get to make a difference every day while working for an awesome non-profit!Due to COVID-19, some of your initial training, meet and greets with the student and family, and on-going supervision will be implemented remotely so using technology efficiently is necessary.Pay/Benefits:

$13.91 per hour. Annual wage increase based on satisfactory performance.

Paid sick leave.

Mileage reimbursement if choosing to drive for UCP.

Eligible for overtime pay for hours worked over 40 hours per week.

Fun, casual work environment, with lots of opportunities for advancement and growth, at one of the top-ranked non-profits in Oregon.Requirements:

Be at least 18 years old.

Have a high school diploma or GED.

One year of experience with children, or providing support to individuals with developmental disabilities.

Be able to pass our pre-hire screenings: a reference check, a physical with a lifting test of 50lbs, and a criminal history background check.

Drivers preferred—if choosing to drive for UCP, you must be at least 21 years old (a requirement of our auto insurance program), have a current driver’s license, a reliable personal vehicle, at least three years of driving experience, auto insurance, and a relatively clean driving record. To Apply:

It’s easy to apply! Visit http://www.ucpaorwa.org/careers.html and look for the “Children’s Support Professional for a Young Man (Tigard)” job opening. Then answer a few fast questions and send a resume and cover letter.

UCP Oregon is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and actively seeks applicants from diverse backgrounds. UCP considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, military/veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. We encourage BIPOC, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people who experience disabilities to apply.

UCP Oregon is an equal opportunity employer, and actively seeks applicants from diverse backgrounds. Find out more about UCP Oregon at: http://www.ucpaorwa.org/.