Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

Dungarvin • Danville, IN

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About The Position

Dungarvin is a mission-driven provider of support services, dedicated since 1976 to helping people live as independently as possible through person-centered support. Direct Support Professionals work with people who need assistance, including individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities or complex medical needs. The role provides direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to help individuals live as independently and comfortably as possible while maintaining their dignity and respect.

The position involves hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance, while supporting individuals’ comfort, safety, and personal growth. It includes helping with daily living tasks such as mobility, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, and personal hygiene. The role may also involve transporting people served.

Part-time and full-time shifts are available. Starting wage is $15.00 per hour. Paid training and orientation are provided. Dungarvin describes the role as offering a reliable work schedule, varied day-to-day experiences, and opportunities to make a meaningful difference and gain healthcare experience.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license; the position requires transporting persons served.
• Comfort driving to transport 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.
• Positive role model who can work on a team.
• Committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment.
• Computer skills for documentation.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Successful background clearance is required as part of onboarding and employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with mental, intellectual and developmental, and physical disabilities.
• Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
• Help ensure 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, toileting, and personal hygiene.
• Transport persons served as required.
• Document information using computer skills.

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.
• National brand discounts.
• Tapcheck access to 50% of pay before payday.
• Paid training and orientation.

What This Job Offers

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