Caregiver - $1500 Sign-On Bonus
About The Position
Dungarvin is hiring Direct Support Professional (DSP) caregivers in Lafayette and Flora. The role provides direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to people with mental, intellectual and developmental, and physical disabilities. The goal is to help each person live as independently and comfortably as possible while preserving their dignity and respect. Caregivers provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance; support individuals’ comfort, safety, and personal growth; and assist with daily living activities such as mobility, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, and personal hygiene. The role also includes housekeeping and laundry. Some people supported experience significant mental health or behavioral challenges, including verbal or physical aggression and emotional distress, requiring patience, sound judgment, and crisis-management skills. Multiple shifts are available. Compensation is $15.75–$20.00 per hour. The employer describes itself as a mission-driven organization that has provided person-centered support since 1976 for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and complex medical needs.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Valid driver's license required because the role involves transporting persons served.
- Must be comfortable driving to transport persons served as required.
- Some positions or locations may require the employee's own vehicle and auto liability insurance.
- Person-centered, patient, and kind.
- Dependable, adaptable, and flexible.
- Observant and detail-oriented.
- Able to serve as a positive role model and work on a team.
- Committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment.
- Computer skills for documentation.
- Reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with team members.
- Successful background clearance required as part of onboarding and employment.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience with intense verbal and physical behaviors.
- Prior IDD, mental health, psychiatric, and/or security experience is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with disabilities.
- Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
- Support the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals served.
- Assist with daily living tasks, including mobility, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, and personal hygiene.
- Perform housekeeping and laundry duties.
- Transport persons served as required.
- Document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with internal and external team members.
Benefits
- $1,500 sign-on bonus.
- Paid training and orientation.
- Growth and development opportunities.
- Paid time off (PTO) for eligible employees.
- Pet insurance.
- 401(k) plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of service.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance for full-time employees.
- Flexible spending and HSA accounts for full-time employees.
- Supplemental insurance.
- Life insurance for full-time employees.
- PTO donation.
- Employee referral program.
- Tapcheck access to 50% of pay before payday.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
