Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver
About The Position
Dungarvin is a mission-driven team dedicated to meeting people where they are and working alongside them to provide person-centered supports that allow people to live independently as possible. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) caregiver, you will work directly with individuals in need of assistance, and/or living with intellectual or developmental disabilities, or other complex medical needs. This role offers personal fulfillment, a meaningful career, and the chance to make a positive impact on someone's life while gaining valuable healthcare experience. The day-to-day experiences are varied, ensuring no two days are the same.
Requirements
- Valid Driver's License
- Comfortable driving company vehicles to transport persons served
- Some positions/locations may require your own personal vehicle and auto liability insurance
- Person-centered, patient, and kind
- Dependable, adaptable, flexible
- Observant and detail-oriented
- Positive role-model and able to work on a team
- Committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment
- Computer skills for documentation
- 18 years or older
- Successful background clearance
- Good reading, writing, and communication skills
Responsibilities
- Provide direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with mental, intellectual & developmental, and physical disabilities.
- Empower individuals with disabilities to live as independently and comfortably as possible while maintaining their dignity and respect.
- Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
- Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals served.
- Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, and personal hygiene.
- Perform housekeeping and laundry duties.
- Transport persons served using company vehicles or personal vehicles (if required by the role).
- Document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with team members.
Benefits
- Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees
- Supplemental Insurance
- Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for FT employees
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance for FT employees
- 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of services
- 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 your pay before payday
- PAID training and orientation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
