Horizon Project is a non-profit organization that provides support services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Intern will work at the STEP Center Program at the Office under full supervision of a STEP Center Employee. This position will assist the Program with projects, client activities and outings, and organizational tasks. The intern will NOT administer client medications, prepare client foods, operate company vehicles, or be left alone with clients at any time. The Intern may be asked to complete administrative tasks as needed.

This position is for high school students under 18 years old. Applicants 18 years or older should apply for a regular DSP position. Horizon Project will complete paperwork for school credit, if provided.

Wage: $16 per hour

Schedule: Flexible, but must be available to work during the STEP Center operational hours of Monday-Friday, 8AM-4PM. Clients are typically present at the STEP Center from 9AM-2PM.

Location: Milton-Freewater

Job Functions

• Accepts supervision
• Follows through on assigned tasks
• Cooperative regarding changes in schedule, location, or routine
• Treats clients and co-workers with dignity and respect
• Communicates appropriately with supervisor, co-workers, clients, and the public
• Adheres to confidentiality standards
• Adheres to mandatory abuse reporting guidelines (training provided)
• Works in a safe and productive manner

• Must be able to get to the office when scheduled.
• Must be able to pass an Oregon State Background Check.
• Must be able to pass a drug test.

Physical Demands

Some lifting, up to 40lbs may be required

Work Environment

This position may require indoor and outdoor activity and will involve supervised interaction with intellectually and/or developmentally disabled individuals which can result in physical contact and/or verbal exchanges.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, age, military service, veteran status, receipt of public assistance, because of a juvenile criminal record that has been expunged, genetic and family medical history information, physical or mental disability, and/or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, when recruiting, hiring, training, transferring or promoting employees at all levels.