Are you looking for a meaningful and fun caregiving job? If so, UCP Oregon might have the perfect position for you!
UCP is one of the top ranked non-profit employers in Oregon, and we’re growing! We’re seeking a caregiver “Personal Assistant” who will support a cool, young man that experiences developmental disabilities. He lives in his own apartment near NW 19th. He is independent and active, and interested in screenwriting, creating comic books, going out for coffee, playing video games, and hanging out at Powell’s. He needs your assistance to prepare medication and meals, do household chores, bathe, and get dressed. You will also assist by providing some life coaching and talking him through situations when he is experiencing anxiety.
Driving is not a requirement for this position. However, if you choose to drive, there is available street parking in his neighborhood. This young man lives near the popular MAX lines for those that rely on public transit.
You’ll work two shifts per week, totaling 27 hours per week :
• Friday 8:00PM – Saturday 9:30AM
• Saturday 8:00PM - Sunday 9:30AM
*If you are available to work an additional 3 hour shift, your total hours would be 30 hours per week. The day can be of your choosing.
*You’ll also work your regular hours on Agency holidays.
To Apply:
• It’s easy to apply! Visit http://www.ucpaorwa.org/careers.html and look for the “Caregiver (DSP) - Cool, Young Man (NW Portland)” 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.
• Find out more about UCP at: http://www.ucpaorwa.org/ .
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Be able to pass our pre-hiring screenings, including a reference check, a physical with a lifting test of 50lbs, and a criminal history background check.
• Driving on the job is optional —if choosing to drive for UCP, you must be at least 18 years old, have a current driver’s license, a reliable personal vehicle, at least two years of driving experience, auto insurance, and a clean driving record.
• Experience in the mental health or developmental disability field preferred, but not required.