Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

Dungarvin • Valparaiso, IN

8d • $15 - $17 • Hybrid

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 to empower them to live as independently and comfortably as possible while maintaining their dignity and respect. This role offers multiple shifts in Gary, Merrillville, Valparaiso, and Hobart.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license required (due to transporting persons served).
• Comfortable driving to transport persons served as required.
• Some positions/locations may require your own personal vehicle and auto liability insurance based on the role.
• 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 communication skills (reading, writing, and verbal) for documenting care, following support plans, and collaborating with team members.
• Successful background clearance required.

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

What This Job Offers

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