Direct Support Professional (DSP) Float / Caregiver - $1500 Sign-on Bonus
About The Position
Dungarvin is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) Float / Caregiver to provide person-centered support to people with intellectual or developmental disabilities and/or complex medical needs. The role travels between and is cross-trained to work in multiple homes in Kokomo, Logansport, or Peru, Indiana. The schedule varies, with full-time and part-time schedules available; employees should be prepared to work some weekends and holidays. The stated wage is $20 per hour, with a $1,500 sign-on/retention bonus available for select programs. The DSP provides hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance, supporting individuals’ comfort, safety, personal growth, and independence. Duties include assisting with daily living activities, light housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation, documentation, and participation in community activities. The position also involves building relationships with individuals served and teammates and collaborating to follow support plans.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of prior experience working with individuals with disabilities.
- Valid driver's license; must be comfortable transporting 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 clearance of a criminal background check for licensing requirements.
- Reading, writing, and communication skills sufficient to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with team members.
Responsibilities
- Travel between and be cross-trained to work in multiple homes.
- Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
- Support the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals served.
- Assist with daily living tasks, including mobility, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, and personal hygiene.
- Perform light housekeeping and meal preparation.
- Build relationships with persons served and teammates.
- Attend community occasions and activities, such as outdoor walks, games, and social events.
- Transport persons served to appointments and other activities outside the home.
- Support people with disabilities in living life to the fullest.
- Document progress, milestones, and action steps.
- Follow support plans and collaborate with internal and external team members.
Benefits
- $1,500 sign-on/retention bonus for select programs.
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance for full-time employees.
- Supplemental insurance and life insurance.
- 401(k) with up to a 3% employer match.
- Paid time off that increases with tenure, including PTO donation options.
- National brand discounts.
- Employee referral program.
- Access to Tapcheck to receive up to 50% of pay before payday.
- Career growth opportunities, paid training, and mentorship.
- Mileage reimbursement for travel.
- Paid training and orientation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
