Direct Support Professional (DSP) Float / Caregiver - $1500 Sign-on Bonus

Dungarvin•Logansport, IN

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 involves traveling and being cross-trained to work in multiple homes in Kokomo, Logansport, or Peru, Indiana. The position is listed at $20 per hour, with full-time and part-time schedules available; schedules vary, and employees should be prepared to work some weekends and holidays. A $1,500 sign-on/retention bonus is available for select programs. The DSP provides hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance while supporting individuals’ comfort, safety, personal growth, and independence. Duties include assistance with daily living, light housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation, documentation, and participation in community activities. Dungarvin provides paid training and orientation, including preparation for handling challenging behaviors. Dungarvin describes itself as a mission-driven provider of support services that has served people since 1976. It emphasizes respect, response, choice, person-centered support, and helping people live as independently as possible. The organization offers medical, vision, and dental insurance for full-time employees, supplemental insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) with up to a 3% employer match, paid time off that increases with tenure, PTO donation options, national brand discounts, an employee referral program, access to Tapcheck, career growth opportunities, paid training, mentorship, and mileage reimbursement for travel.

Requirements

At least 2 years of prior experience working with individuals with disabilities.
Valid driver's license, as the role requires transporting people served.
Comfort driving to transport people served as required.
Some positions or locations may require a personal vehicle and auto liability insurance.
Person-centered, patient, and kind disposition.
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 of age.
Successful clearance of a criminal background check for licensing requirements.
Reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with team members.

Responsibilities

Travel to 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 prepare meals.
Build relationships with people served and teammates.
Attend community occasions and activities such as walks, games, and social events.
Transport people 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.