Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

Dungarvin • Winchester, KY

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About The Position

Dungarvin is hiring a Direct Support Professional / Caregiver in Winchester, Kentucky. The role provides direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with mental, intellectual or developmental, and physical disabilities. Its goal is to empower people to live as independently and comfortably as possible while preserving their dignity and respect.

The position involves hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance, while supporting the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals served. Support includes activities of daily living such as mobility, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, and personal hygiene. The role also requires documenting care, following support plans, communicating with team members, and transporting people served as required.

The listed schedule is Wednesday 4 p.m.–12 a.m.; Thursday 12 a.m.–8 a.m. and 4 p.m.–12 a.m.; Friday 12 a.m.–8 a.m. and 4 p.m.–12 a.m.; and Saturday 12 a.m.–4 p.m. Pay is $15.00 per hour.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have a valid driver's license and be comfortable driving to transport people served as required.
• Complete a successful background clearance as part of onboarding and employment.
• Have reading, writing, and communication skills sufficient to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with team members.
• Have computer skills for documentation.
• Be person-centered, patient, and kind.
• Be dependable, adaptable, and flexible.
• Be observant and detail-oriented.
• Be a positive role model, able to work on a team, and committed to a respectful, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with disabilities and complex support needs.
• Offer hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
• Promote the comfort, safety, dignity, 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 people served as required.
• Document care, follow support plans, and communicate 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