Direct Support Professional (DSP)/Caregiver

Dungarvin • Austin, TX

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About The Position

Dungarvin is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP)/Caregiver to provide direct support to people with mental, intellectual and developmental, and physical disabilities. The role focuses on helping individuals live as independently and comfortably as possible while preserving their dignity and respect. The caregiver provides positive direction, instruction, assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance, and helps ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the people served. Duties include assisting with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, and personal hygiene. Full-time and part-time schedules are available. Starting pay is $10 per hour. A $500 sign-on bonus is currently offered for select programs. Paid training and hands-on experience are provided to candidates who meet the basic job requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 18.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Person-centered, patient, and kind approach.
• Dependable, adaptable, and flexible.
• Observant and detail-oriented.
• Ability to serve as a positive role model and work on a team.
• Commitment 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 as part of the onboarding/employment process.
• 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 served.
• Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of 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 and HSA accounts for full-time employees.
• Pet insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with 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 and paid training.
• $500 sign-on bonus for select programs.

What This Job Offers

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