Caregiver

Dungarvin • Baraboo, WI

12d • $17 - $19

About The Position

Dungarvin is a mission-driven provider of person-centered support services, serving people nationwide since 1976. The Caregiver role, also referred to as Behavioral Direct Support Professional (DSP), involves working directly with adults with mental health, intellectual and developmental, and/or physical disabilities. Caregivers support people in pursuing personal goals, building independence, and participating in activities that matter to them, both at home and in the community.

The role includes individualized guidance and encouragement, assistance with daily living and personal-care activities as needed, responding appropriately to behavioral or mental health needs, and helping maintain each person’s comfort, safety, dignity, and independence. Caregivers work as part of a team, follow individualized support plans, complete service-related documentation, and participate in required training, including Handle with Care. The work can involve challenging behavioral or mental health situations, and Dungarvin provides training, teamwork, and individualized support plans.

Requirements

• At least 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license, because transporting people served is part of the role.
• Comfortable driving company vehicles to transport people served as required.
• Patient, dependable, and respectful.
• Belief that the people supported should have choice and control over their own lives.
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during challenging situations.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work well as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn new skills and follow individualized support plans.
• Sincere interest in supporting people with complex needs.
• Successful background clearance required as part of onboarding/employment.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health, behavioral health, psychiatric services, healthcare, corrections/security, or another human-services setting is strongly preferred, but not required.
• Some positions or locations may require a personal vehicle and auto-liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support to adults with mental health, intellectual and developmental, and/or physical disabilities.
• Support people as they develop skills, pursue personal goals, and participate in their communities.
• Provide encouragement, mentoring, and guidance with daily activities and life skills.
• Help individuals maintain comfort, safety, dignity, and independence.
• Support daily living activities as needed, including mobility, dressing, bathing, personal hygiene, and meals.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to behavioral or mental health needs.
• Use a calm, patient, and team-based approach during challenging situations.
• Attend community activities, appointments, social events, recreational activities, and other outings.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with the people supported and teammates.
• Complete required documentation regarding services, progress, incidents, and important events.
• Complete Handle with Care and other required training.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for full-time employees.
• Supplemental insurance.
• Flexible spending and HSA accounts for full-time employees.
• Pet insurance.
• Life insurance for full-time employees.
• 401(k) plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of service.
• Paid time off for eligible employees.
• PTO donation.
• Growth and development opportunities.
• Employee referral program.
• Employee assistance program.
• National brand discounts.
• Tapcheck access to 50% of pay before payday.
• Paid training and orientation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed