Are you looking for a meaningful caregiving job? If so, UCP Oregon might have the perfect position for you! UCP Oregon is an exciting and empowering place to work. We help adults who experience developmental disabilities to live the life of their dreams—whether that’s living independently, working in a great job, or pursuing their interests and hobbies. We’re currently seeking a caregiver “Personal Assistant” who will support a woman who lives in her own apartment in Milwaukie and experiences developmental disabilities. She is an energetic, enthusiastic woman with a great sense of humor. She is very outgoing and enjoys meeting new people to socialize with. She is eager to work with a “Personal Assistant” who enjoys having lots of fun. Together, you will go on outings such as exploring her wonderful neighborhood, going bowling, and playing games such as UNO. You will also work together on household chores, cooking, and running errands. She needs assistance with showering, taking medications, eating, and transferring from her wheelchair. You’ll work 2 shifts per week totaling 42 hours: 12pm on Sunday to 8pm on Monday (32-hour shift) and 8am to 6pm Friday (10-hour shift). *You’ll also work your regular hours on Agency holidays. 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. Drivers preferred—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. $18.00 per hour. Eligible for overtime pay for hours worked over 40 hours per week. Holiday pay (double pay for the first 12 hours of any agency holiday shift that you work). Great medical, vision, prescription, and alternative care coverage (including massage therapy and naturopathy) for employee, spouse/domestic partner, and children. 3 weeks of paid time off, rising to 4 weeks after 5 years of service at UCP. 401k retirement plan with up to 4% employer match. Mileage reimbursement if driving for UCP. Fun, casual work environment, with lots of opportunities for advancement and growth, at one of the top-ranked non-profits in Oregon. Posted: 3/9/2026
Are you looking for a chance to make a difference every day? Would you like to work one-on-one with people who experience developmental disabilities? Do you want to choose your own work schedule? If so, UCP Oregon might have the perfect job for you! At UCP, we get to know our clients’ life goals and supports utilizing a person-centered approach. We empower them to develop their self-advocacy abilities because we believe in the power of assisting the folks we serve to make informed and independent choices, develop deeper connections within the community, and achieve personal goals. Our dedicated staff provide exceptional care and services making our person-centered mission worth sharing. In addition, our work culture is progressive, casual, open door, and fun. “Supported Living Specialists” help adults who experience developmental disabilities to live independently in their own houses and apartments. You’ll get to help them make their own choices, learn awesome new skills, and do fun activities in the community. Some folks will need help with chores, and others will need assistance with personal care such as showering and medication administration. You’ll work one-on-one, so you’ll have the time to build real relationships. We’re currently seeking a “Supported Living Specialist” who will work 4-5 days per week (8 to 9 hours per day, generally between the hours of 8am to 7pm). This is a full-time position with a flexible schedule. Fridays and Saturdays will be required and you can choose the other days you want to work. This is a great job for people who want to gain experience in the fields of social services, social justice, non-profits, and healthcare, and for anyone who's looking for a long-term career. Be proud of where you work! Come join UCP Oregon. To Apply: It’s easy to apply! Click the "Apply for this job" button below. 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/. High school diploma or GED. Be able to transport clients in your car: 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. Be able to pass a reference check, a physical with a lifting test of 50lbs, and a criminal history background check. Experience in developmental disability field preferred but not required. $20.52 per hour. Eligible for overtime pay for hours worked over 40 hours per week. Great medical, vision, prescription, and alternative care coverage (including massage therapy and naturopathy) for employee, spouse/domestic partner, and children. 3 weeks of paid time off, rising to 4 weeks after 5 years of service. 11 paid holidays off per year. 401k retirement plan with up to 4% employer match. Mileage reimbursement. Partial cell phone reimbursement ($10 per month). Fun, casual work environment, with lots of opportunities for advancement and growth. Posted: 3/5/2026
