Job Coach and Direct Support Professional

Horizon Project is a nonprofit that has been operating in Umatilla County since 1977. We support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes (24/7 support) and in the community. We're looking for reliable caregivers that prioritize quality client care and support the clients at their jobs.

No prior experience or certifications are required, but experience may be considered when determining starting pay.

Pay Scale: Starting pay is $16 - $18.50 depending on experience. Full pay scale is $16 - $22 per hour.

+$1 per hour when job coaching with a client.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8AM-4PM (40 hrs per week)

**occasional weekend or evening hours are required**

Essential Responsibilities and Duties include:

• Plan fun and engaging activities for clients that meet their personal goals
• Take clients on outings into the community (bowling, county fair, etc)
• Safely operate company vehicles for client transportation (DO NOT use your own car)
• Teach client job skills and support their search for equal employment
• Support clients at their job (job coaching) so they can be successful and earn a competitive wage
• Help clients use the restroom and maintain personal hygiene
• Accurately give clients their medications at the prescribed time and dosage
• Remain on task in a busy or chaotic environment
• Follow safety and emergency protocols to ensure client health and wellbeing
• Use a computer to document client medication and daily activities
• Use adaptive equipment and wheelchair vans
• Work cooperatively with a team

Important Skills:

• Basic computer skills (Typing, email, printer/copier).
• Strong communication in English (reading, writing, speaking)
• Ability to remain calm in a chaotic environment
• Teamwork and creative thinking
• Punctuality and organization

Employee Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (partially company paid)
• Life insurance and disability insurance (company paid)
• Vision (add on), additional life insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital insurance, accident insurance (employee paid)
• 501c3 Nonprofit - Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF - see Federal Student Aid website for details)
• Company vehicle is provided for client transportation
• Casual dress code
• Paid sick and vacation days
• 1.5x pay for working on holidays