Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

Dungarvin•Stoughton, WI

21d•$16 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Who we are: At Dungarvin, we are more than a provider of support services—we’re a mission-driven team rooted in respect, response and choice. Since 1976, we’ve been dedicated to meeting people where they are, working alongside them to provide person centered supports that allow people to live independently as possible. You’ll work directly with people in need of assistance, and/or living with intellectual or developmental disabilities, or other complex medical needs. With services nationwide, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference—one person, one voice, one choice at a time. We encourage you to embrace this opportunity to impact someone’s life. Join our team as a Direct Support Professional / Caregiver in Madison, WI! Schedule: Variety of schedules available Wage: $17 - $19/hour(on weekends); non-drivers $16 Job Description What You Get To Do: Working directly as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver, you will be able to assist in a residential group home by assisting people with disabilities achieve a variety of outcomes, assist with personal cares and provide normalization/community integration. The DSP (caregiver/mentor) is responsible for providing: Support and mentorship with daily activities to those we support in a manner that ensures their health and safety. Some examples include helping with meals, cleaning, housekeeping, laundry duties and facilitating fun activities. Hands-on mentoring to those we serve to help them become more independent. Positive direction to the individuals to encourage them to achieve their personal goals. Provide medication administration and ensure person's medical well being. No Experience? If you meet the basic job requirements, we will provide the necessary paid training and hands-on experience. If interested in a Behavioral DSP role – to be successful in this role we are looking for candidates with prior experience with intense high behaviors, both verbal and physical! You will provide supports to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, people who are faced with metal health, behavioral, and/or significant medical challenges! We are looking to hire staff who are patient, have good decision making and crisis management skills, and who will not be intimated by these behaviors. Prior IDD, mental health, psychiatric, and/or security experience is strongly preferred. Additional Information Why this position: Personal fulfillment, a meaningful career, and the chance to make a difference. Positively impact someone’s life. Gain healthcare experience to further your career. Reliable work schedule. Varied day-to-day experiences; no two days are the same. We believe in supporting not only those we serve but also each other, ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment for all. Dungarvin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any legally protected status per federal and/or state law.

Requirements

Valid Drivers License (due to transporting persons served)
Excitement for working with adults with disabilities
High school diploma or GED certificate
Good communication skills (reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members)
Successful background clearance
Must be at least 18 years old
Candidates must be comfortable driving company vehicles to transport persons served as required
Some positions / locations may require own personal vehicle and auto-liability insurance based on the role
Prior experience with intense high behaviors, both verbal and physical (for Behavioral DSP role)
Patient, good decision making and crisis management skills (for Behavioral DSP role)

Nice To Haves

Experience with adults with mental health issues, disabilities or related experience
Prior IDD, mental health, psychiatric, and/or security experience (strongly preferred for Behavioral DSP role)

Responsibilities

Assist in a residential group home by assisting people with disabilities achieve a variety of outcomes.
Assist with personal cares and provide normalization/community integration.
Provide support and mentorship with daily activities to those we support in a manner that ensures their health and safety.
Help with meals, cleaning, housekeeping, laundry duties and facilitating fun activities.
Provide hands-on mentoring to those we serve to help them become more independent.
Provide positive direction to the individuals to encourage them to achieve their personal goals.
Provide medication administration and ensure person's medical well being.
Provide supports to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, people who are faced with metal health, behavioral, and/or significant medical challenges (Behavioral DSP role).