Day Services Program / Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Dungarvin•Vacaville, CA

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Dungarvin is seeking experienced Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to join our Day Program. As a DSP you would coach and foster engagement by leading workshops designed to support individuals with developmental disabilities. DSP’s act as a life coach - they mentor and continuously engage individuals and lead groups through art, music, games, audio/visual, cooking, reading and other life enrichment activities. They also provide direct care support and behavioral interventions as needed and ensure timely and accurate documentation outlining daily progress. Whether you've worked in caregiving, education, behavioral health, or another human services role - your experience is valuable here. If you're ready to create lasting positive impacts on the lives of others, we want YOU on our team. This role is rewarding as you’ll see the direct impact of your work every day as the people you support achieve their goals and increase their confidence. This is more than a job - it’s a chance to mentor, teach, and inspire. The skills and relationships you build here are as rewarding as they are impactful.

Requirements

6 months or more experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Highschool Diploma or GED
Must be 21 years or older
Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a company van
Comfortable providing personal care and behavioral support
Compassion, patience, professionalism
Adaptable with a positive attitude
The ability to take initiative and pivot
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to thrive in a dynamic and active work environment
Proficient with basic computer skills and able to learn new systems
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
Ability to lift and transfer 50 lbs

Responsibilities

Coach and mentor individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD)
Engage individuals through workshop activities to enhance skills. Leading activities such as music, art, games, reading, audio/visual, and other life enrichment activities.
Teach and assist individuals with daily life skills such as cooking, money management, and community volunteering opportunities to foster independence.
Lead fun outings and workshops and continuously engage individuals in activities.
Assist individuals with personal care and provide behavioral interventions daily.
Perform housekeeping and laundry duties.
Provide compassionate, person-centered care tailored to individual needs.
Collaborate with your team to create a safe, supportive, and fun environment.
Report on daily outcomes within the electronic documentation system.