Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver
Dungarvin•Signal Hill, CA
•$22 - $24•Onsite
About The Position
Dungarvin is hiring experienced Direct Support Professionals and human services professionals for our Adult Day Program. This is an active, hands-on setting where DSPs lead activities, teach life skills, support community participation, provide personal care and behavioral support, and help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities build greater independence. The role requires the ability to work a part-time schedule of Monday - Friday, 1:30pm - 6:30pm.
Requirements
- Relevant hands-on support experience preferred
- Must be 18 years or older
- Highschool Diploma or GED
- Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a company van
- Ability to lift and transfer 50 lbs.
- Ability to respond appropriately during behavioral and emergency situations
- Comfortable providing personal care and behavior support
- Compassion, patience, professionalism
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic and active work environment
- Basic computer skills and able to learn electronic documentation systems
- Good communication skills (reading, writing, and verbal) to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with team members.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting individuals with disabilities, behavioral needs, or similar support needs.
- Backgrounds such as Direct Support Professional (DSP), Behavior Technician, Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), Paraprofessional, Teacher's Aide, Respite Provider, Residential Counselor, Community Support Worker, Job Coach, Employment Specialist, Day Program Staff, Adult Day Program, or similar human services experience.
Responsibilities
- Coach and mentor individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) through workshop-style learning activities such as art, music, cooking, technology, recreation and other life-skills activities.
- Teach and reinforce skills that promote independence.
- Support community outings and volunteer activities.
- Provide personal care, including restroom, hygiene, eating, and mobility support.
- Provide behavioral support and use trained de-escalation techniques.
- Provide compassionate, person-centered care tailored to individual needs.
- Prepare, clean, and reset program areas.
- Follow individualized support and behavior plans.
- Report on daily outcomes within the electronic documentation system.
- Drive company vehicles for outings and community activities.
- Collaborate with your team to create a safe, supportive, fun, and consistent environment.
- Actively participate, encourage individuals, adapt activities when needed, and help each person participate at their own ability level.
Benefits
- Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for eligible employees
- Supplemental Insurance
- Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for eligible employees
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance for eligible employees
- 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match for eligible employees
- PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
- Growth and Development Opportunities
- Employee Referral Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- National Brand Discounts
- Tapcheck - early pay access
- PAID training and orientation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
