Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver
About The Position
At Dungarvin, you have the ability to make someone's life better! Embrace the opportunity to change someone's life by assisting people with disabilities. Providing personal and companion care at Dungarvin, you will have the ability to enhance the quality of life for individuals with disabilities. The Direct Support Professional DSP Caregiver is responsible to work cooperatively with the Program Director and other staff in developing, implementing, and evaluating consumer care and programming. The individual should follow up directly with the Program Director on any program or personnel issues within Day Program. The individual should follow up with the Coordinator in areas related to activity, medical, or maintenance needs of the vehicles. The Direct Support Professional is responsible to provide direct services to the consumers including assisting in maintaining clean, safe transportation to activities, supervising, training, and assisting the consumers in every aspect of their lives.
Requirements
- Previous experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, mental health diagnosis or interfering behaviors
- Must have a high school diploma or GED Certification
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
- Current auto liability insurance
- Reliable transportation
Responsibilities
- Work cooperatively with the Program Director and other staff in developing, implementing, and evaluating consumer care and programming.
- Follow up directly with the Program Director on any program or personnel issues within Day Program.
- Follow up with the Coordinator in areas related to activity, medical, or maintenance needs of the vehicles.
- Provide direct services to the consumers including assisting in maintaining clean, safe transportation to activities, supervising, training, and assisting the consumers in every aspect of their lives.
Benefits
- Starting salary $21..00 per hour (Full wage scale $21.00 - $22.20 per hour)
- Schedule: Full-time 40 hours per week, M - F 8a - 4p
- Opportunity to work additional hours
- 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
- 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
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
