Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

Dungarvin • Brownstown, IN

2d

About The Position

Dungarvin is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver to provide person-centered support to individuals with mental, intellectual and developmental, and physical disabilities. The role focuses on empowering the people served to live as independently and comfortably as possible while protecting their dignity and respect. DSPs provide direct assistance, positive direction, instruction, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance, and help ensure individuals’ comfort, safety, and personal growth. Support includes assistance with daily living activities and household tasks. Multiple shifts are available, and the starting wage is $15.75 per hour.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have a valid driver's license and be comfortable driving individuals served as required.
• Some positions or locations may require a personal vehicle and auto liability insurance.
• Be person-centered, patient, and kind.
• Be dependable, adaptable, and flexible.
• Be observant and detail oriented.
• Serve as a positive role model and work effectively on a team.
• Be committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment.
• Have computer skills for documentation.
• Have reading, writing, and communication skills sufficient to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with team members.
• Successfully complete a background clearance as part of onboarding and employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support, positive direction, instruction, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance to individuals served.
• Help ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of individuals served.
• Assist with daily living activities, including mobility, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, and personal hygiene.
• Perform housekeeping and laundry duties.
• Transport individuals served as required.
• Document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with internal and external team members.

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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed