Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver - Weekends

Dungarvin • Trafalgar, IN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Dungarvin is a mission-driven team dedicated to providing person-centered support services that empower individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, or other complex medical needs, to live as independently as possible. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver, you will work directly with people in need of assistance, providing them with direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance. 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 valuable healthcare experience and a reliable work schedule with varied day-to-day experiences.

Requirements

• Valid Driver's License
• Comfortable driving company vehicles to transport persons served as required
• Person-centered, patient, and kind
• Dependable, adaptable, flexible
• Observant and detail-oriented
• Positive role-model and able to work on a team
• Committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment
• Computer skills for documentation
• 18 years or older
• Successful background clearance
• Good communication skills (reading, writing, and verbal)

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.
• Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, and personal hygiene.
• Perform housekeeping and laundry duties.
• Transport persons served using company vehicles or personal vehicles as required.
• Document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with team members.

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