Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Dungarvin • Woodbury, MN

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About The Position

Dungarvin is hiring Direct Support Professionals to provide person-centered support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including people who may have behavioral support needs or complex medical needs. The role focuses on helping individuals live as independently as possible while promoting personal choice, life skills, community engagement, and progress toward personal goals. Full-time and part-time options and a variety of schedules are available.

The position includes assisting with activities of daily living, household tasks, meal preparation, shopping, budgeting, appointments, and community activities. DSPs help maintain a safe and supportive living environment, follow Individual Service Plans (ISPs), document progress, communicate changes and concerns to supervisors and team members, and transport individuals as needed. Training is provided, including training to support individuals with challenging behaviors.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have a valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance.
• Have basic computer skills for documentation and communication.
• Be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Be willing to assist individuals with personal care and activities of daily living.
• Be able to stand, walk, bend, or squat for extended periods.
• Be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Previous direct support experience is welcome but not required.
• Have teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Have a genuine interest in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Be able to promote independence, community engagement, and person-centered supports.

Nice To Haves

• Previous direct support experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including those with potential behavioral support needs.
• Assist with activities of daily living, household cleaning, meal preparation, shopping, budgeting, personal goals, appointments, community activities, and engagement.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and supportive living environment.
• Promote independence, personal choice, and life skills development.
• Support individuals in achieving goals and objectives in their Individual Service Plans (ISPs), and document progress.
• Observe and communicate changes, concerns, and progress to supervisors and team members.
• Transport individuals to appointments, activities, and community outings as needed.
• Complete accurate and timely electronic documentation in accordance with program and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for full-time employees
• Supplemental insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with up to a 3% employer match
• Paid time off that increases with tenure
• PTO donation options
• National brand discounts
• Employee referral program
• Access to Tapcheck to receive 50% of pay before payday
• Career growth opportunities
• Paid training and orientation
• Mentorship
• Mileage reimbursement for eligible work-related travel

What This Job Offers

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