Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

Dungarvin • South Bend, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

At Dungarvin, we are a mission-driven team dedicated to providing person-centered support services since 1976. We work alongside individuals to help them live as independently as possible. This role involves working directly with people who need assistance, including those living with intellectual or developmental disabilities, or other complex medical needs. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) caregiver, you will provide direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to these individuals. The ultimate goal is to empower them to live independently and comfortably while maintaining their dignity and respect. Our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference, one person, one voice, one choice at a time.

Requirements

• 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 or older
• A successful background clearance is required as part of the onboarding/employment process
• Good communication skills, including reading, writing, and verbal communication, to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with internal and external team members

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 we serve
• Perform housekeeping and laundry duties
• Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene and more

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
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees