Direct Support Professional / Caregiver

Dungarvin • Prairieville, LA

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About The Position

Dungarvin is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) caregiver to provide direct support to people with mental, intellectual and developmental, or physical disabilities. The role focuses on empowering individuals to live as independently and comfortably as possible while protecting their dignity and respect. You will provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance, and help create a safe, healthy, respectful, and collaborative environment. The work offers varied day-to-day experiences and a reliable work schedule. Paid training and hands-on experience are provided for candidates who meet the basic job requirements.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Patient, kind, and person-centered.
• 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.
• Valid driver's license, as the role involves transporting people served.
• Some positions or locations may require a personal vehicle and auto-liability insurance.
• Successful background clearance is required as part of onboarding or employment.
• Reading, writing, and communication skills sufficient to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with team members.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals served.
• Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
• Support the comfort, safety, and personal growth of individuals served.
• Assist with daily living tasks, including mobility, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, and personal hygiene.
• Implement positive behavior supports and de-escalate challenging behaviors when needed.
• Document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with internal and external team members.
• Help maintain a safe, healthy, respectful, and collaborative environment.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for full-time employees
• Supplemental insurance
• Flexible Spending and HSA accounts for full-time employees
• Pet insurance
• Life insurance for full-time employees
• 401(k) plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of service
• Paid time off for eligible employees
• PTO donation
• Growth and development opportunities
• Employee referral program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mileage reimbursement
• National brand discounts
• Tapcheck access to 50% of pay before payday
• Paid training and orientation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed