Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

Dungarvin•Milwaukee, WI

2h•Onsite

About The Position

At Dungarvin, we are more than a provider of support services—we’re a mission-driven team rooted in respect, response and choice. Since 1976, we’ve been dedicated to meeting people where they are, working alongside them to provide person centered supports that allow people to live independently as possible. You’ll work directly with people in need of assistance, and/or living with intellectual or developmental disabilities, or other complex medical needs. With services in 15 states, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference—one person, one voice, one choice at a time. We encourage you to embrace this opportunity to impact someone’s life. Join our team as a Direct Support Professional / Caregiver in Milwaukee, WI. Positions are available in Milwaukee, South Milwaukee, Wauwatosa, West Allis, Waukesha, and Oak Creek.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old
High school diploma or GED certificate
A successful background clearance is required as part of the onboarding/employment process
Good communication skills (reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members)
A valid driver's license is required for this position
Candidates must be comfortable driving company vehicles to transport persons served as required
Prior experience with intense high behaviors, both verbal and physical (for Behavioral DSP role)
Patient, good decision-making and crisis-management skills (for Behavioral DSP role)
Will not be intimidated by these behaviors (for Behavioral DSP role)

Nice To Haves

Experience with adults with mental health issues, disabilities or related experience
Certifications & trainings (CBRF, CNA, CPR, etc.)
Prior IDD, mental health, psychiatric, and/or security experience (for Behavioral DSP role)
Own personal vehicle and auto-liability insurance (may be required for some positions/locations)

Responsibilities

Assist in a residential group home by assisting people with disabilities achieve a variety of outcomes, assist with personal cares and provide normalization/community integration.
Support and mentorship with daily activities to those we support in a manner that ensures their health and safety. Some examples include helping with meals, cleaning, perform housekeeping, laundry duties and facilitating fun activities.
Hands-on mentoring to those we serve to help them become more independent.
Provide positive direction to the individuals to encourage them to achieve their personal goals.
Provide medication administration and ensure person's medical well-being.
Provide support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and people who are faced with mental health, behavioral, and/or significant medical challenges (for Behavioral DSP role).
Transporting persons served as required.