Direct support professional (DSP)/ Caregiver

Dungarvin • Port Arthur, TX

4d

About The Position

A Direct Support Professional (DSP) caregiver provides direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with mental, intellectual and developmental, and physical disabilities. The goal is to empower individuals to live as independently and comfortably as possible while maintaining their dignity and respect.

The role involves hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance. DSPs help ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the people they support, including assistance with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, and personal hygiene. The position offers paid training and hands-on experience for qualified applicants without prior experience. Full-time and part-time schedules are available.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Person-centered, patient, and kind.
• Dependable, adaptable, and flexible.
• Observant and detail-oriented.
• Able to serve as a positive role model and work on a team.
• Committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment.
• Computer skills for documentation.
• Valid driver's license due to transporting individuals served.
• Some positions or locations may require a personal vehicle and auto-liability insurance.
• Successful background clearance required as part of onboarding or employment.
• Reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with team members.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance to individuals.
• Help ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals served.
• Assist with daily living tasks, including mobility, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, and personal hygiene.
• Document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with internal and external team members.
• Transport individuals served when required.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for full-time employees.
• Supplemental insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts for full-time employees.
• Pet insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with a 3% employer match after one year of service.
• Paid time off accrual for employees who work 40 hours in a two-week period.
• PTO donation.
• Growth and development opportunities.
• Employee referral program.
• Scheduled pay increases.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Discounts with T-Mobile, Verizon, Dell, and other national brands.
• Tap Check access to 50% of pay before payday.
• Dedicated training department with paid training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED