Behavioral Direct Support Professional / Caregiver

Dungarvin•Janesville, WI

3h•Onsite

About The Position

At Dungarvin, we are a mission-driven team rooted in respect, response, and choice. Since 1976, we’ve been dedicated to meeting people where they are, working alongside them to provide person-centered supports that allow people to live as independently as possible. You’ll work directly with people in need of assistance, and/or living with intellectual or developmental disabilities, or other complex medical needs. With services nationwide, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference—one person, one voice, one choice at a time. We encourage you to embrace this opportunity to impact someone’s life. As a Behavioral Direct Support Professional / caregiver, you'll offer support, guidance, and assistance to individuals with mental, intellectual & developmental, and physical disabilities. Your aim is empowering them to live independently with dignity and respect, and you will have the ability to enhance the quality of life for individuals with complex mental health and behavioral support needs.

Requirements

Excitement for working with adults with disabilities
Must be at least 18 years old
Good communication is key in this role. You’ll rely on your reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members.
Valid Drivers License (due to transporting persons served)
Candidates must be comfortable driving company vehicles to transport persons served as required
Some positions / locations may require own personal vehicle and auto-liability insurance based on the role
A successful background clearance is required as part of the onboarding/employment process

Nice To Haves

Experience with adults with mental health issues, disabilities or related experience

Responsibilities

Handle with Care Training - this will ensure your safety and success supporting individuals using a team-based approach that best meet their complex care needs.
Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals we serve.
Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, personal hygiene and more.
Light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation.
Build relationships with persons served and teammates.
Attend special community occasions and fun activities like outdoor walks, games, and social events.
Transport persons served to appointments or other activities outside the home.
Empower people with disabilities to live life to the fullest.
Document progress, milestones, and action steps.