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About the Role
Schedule: Summer: Wednesdays & Fridays from 9:00am-5:00pm
school year- Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays afterschool (between 3-4 pm) for about 2-4 hours.
We are seeking a patient, attentive, and engaging DSP to support a friendly and 14yr old social child in Milwaukie. The ideal candidate will be calm, consistent, and able to use simple, clear communication while promoting independence and confidence.
The client is verbal and enjoys interacting with others but may need support expressing herself when upset. She benefits from structured, predictable routines and step‑by‑step guidance. She is working on potty training and needs hourly bathroom support, wears underwear at home, and a pull‑up in the community. She has a diagnosis of Autism and Dyspraxia, which affects her balance and coordination and requires attentive supervision for safety.
Responsibilities
-Ensure appropriate hygiene routines, including supporting her to wear underwear at home during the day and a pull‑up in the community, while actively building her independence with bathroom usage.
-Provide supervision and support during community outings, ensuring safety and positive interactions.
-Use simple, clear communication and step-by-step instructions to support understanding.
Qualifications
-Experience working with children with developmental disabilities, Autism, or similar support needs preferred.
-Patient, calm, but able to maintain strong boundaries
-Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify instructions.
*Client is under 18 years old, transportation is not allowed/required
Requirements
Daily Requirements:
Scheduling – each DSP has a set schedule with the assigned client(s)
Smart phone – use a cell phone to clock in/out for visits and complete the daily progress notes.
Patient, Kind and Positive – caring for clients with disabilities requires someone who can be patient, support the client through kindness and understanding, and provide positive reinforcement throughout the shift.
Driving – depending on the client, they may need to be driven to community events or appointments. Valid license and insurance required if driving will be needed.
Support – develop and maintain positive working relationships with the assigned client(s), their families and the FRR Support Manager