Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver
About The Position
Dungarvin is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver in Indianapolis, Indiana. Dungarvin is a mission-driven provider of support services that has worked since 1976 to provide person-centered supports, helping people live as independently as possible. The organization serves people with intellectual or developmental disabilities and other complex medical needs. The DSP provides direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with mental, intellectual and developmental, and physical disabilities. The goal is to help individuals live as independently and comfortably as possible while maintaining their dignity and respect. The role includes hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance, as well as helping ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the people served. Part-time and full-time shifts are available. The listed wage is $15–$15.75 per hour.
Requirements
- Valid driver's license required because the role involves transporting persons served.
- Comfort driving to transport persons served as required.
- Some positions or locations may require a personal vehicle and auto liability insurance.
- 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.
- At least 18 years old.
- Successful background clearance as part of the onboarding and employment process.
- Reading, writing, and communication skills 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 disabilities.
- Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
- Help ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of individuals served.
- Assist with daily living tasks, including moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, and personal hygiene.
- Perform housekeeping and laundry duties.
- Transport individuals served as required.
- Document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with internal and external team members.
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 for full-time employees.
- 401(k) plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of service.
- 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 pay before payday.
- Paid training and orientation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
