Part-time Caregiver ($22-$23hr ) #AC0190

Seeking an experienced and dependable Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide one\-on\-one support for a 45\-year\-old male in NE Portland. Approximately 30 hours per week. Time of day is flexible. He is very caring, observant and friendly. He enjoys sports, hiking, and video games. He is needing help with getting out into the community, help/encouragement in making new friends, increasing his independance with his independant living skills, help with completing paperwork, learning the transit sytem, getting apointments set up, working on budgeting when shopping, and working on his emotional ruglation and coping skills. DSP to be calm, patient, not too stern, and comfortable taking public transportation with the client. There are no pets in the home but there is marijuana smoke. ***Schedule:*** * **Monday\-Friday; 6 hour shifts** * **Flexible Schedule** * **Approximately 30 hours per week** **Candidate Must have\-** * **Valid Drivers License and Insurance Coverage** * **Communication skills requiring patience and understanding** * **Ability to provide occasional assistance with daily tasksAbout us** Kangaroo Care is a small business in Portland, OR. We are professional, customer\-centric, and supportive. Our goal is to provide individuals with developmental disabilities personalized support that will help them thrive at home and in the community. Visit our website for more information at **www.kangaroocarehelp.com**. Or watch this video on what a DSP does and the personal rewards it offers to help others from **ODHS. https://youtu.be/WT3tcbbreLg** As a Kangaroo Caregiver, you will provide in home assistance with activities of daily living (ADL’s) to support and maximize our client’s quality of life. Kangaroo Care delivers the training and resources to give our caregivers top\-quality skills in a meaningful work environment. **RESPONSIBILITIES:** * Help plan and assist in preparing some meals, including serving, if necessary * Assist with dressing, groom