Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver
About The Position
Dungarvin is a mission-driven team dedicated to providing person-centered support services to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, or other complex medical needs. The Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver role involves providing direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with mental, intellectual & developmental, and physical disabilities. The ultimate goal is to empower individuals with disabilities to live as independently and comfortably as possible while maintaining their dignity and respect. This role offers personal fulfillment, a meaningful career, and the chance to make a positive impact on someone's life, while also providing healthcare experience and a reliable work schedule.
Requirements
- Valid driver's license required (due to transporting persons served).
- Comfortable driving to transport persons served as required.
- Person-centered, patient, and kind.
- Dependable, adaptable, flexible.
- Observant and detail-oriented.
- Positive role-model for others and able to work on a team.
- Committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment.
- Computer skills for documentation.
- 18 years or older.
- Good reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with team members.
- Successful background clearance required.
Nice To Haves
- Some positions/locations may require your own personal vehicle and auto liability insurance based on the role.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with mental, intellectual & developmental, and physical disabilities.
- Empower individuals with disabilities to live as independently and comfortably as possible while maintaining their dignity and respect.
- Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
- Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals served.
- Perform housekeeping and laundry duties.
- Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, and personal hygiene.
Benefits
- Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees
- Supplemental Insurance
- Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for FT employees
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance for FT employees
- 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of services
- PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
- PTO Donation
- Growth and Development Opportunities
- Employee Referral Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- National Brand Discounts
- Tapcheck - access to 50% of your pay before payday
- PAID training and orientation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
