Direct Support Professional -$1500 Sign On Bonus
About The Position
Dungarvin is hiring Direct Support Professionals to provide person-centered support to people with intellectual, developmental, physical, or other complex medical needs. The role focuses on empowering individuals to live as independently and comfortably as possible while preserving their dignity and respect. DSPs provide direct assistance, positive direction, instruction, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance, while supporting individuals’ comfort, safety, and personal growth. Duties also include assistance with daily living activities and housekeeping and laundry. Positions are available in Kokomo and Flora, with a variety of full-time and part-time schedules. Employees should be prepared to work some weekends and holidays. Wages are listed as $15.75 per hour, with Flora wages starting at $17 per hour; a $1,500 sign-on/retention bonus is available for select programs.
Requirements
- Valid driver's license; candidates must be comfortable driving to transport persons served as required.
- Some positions or locations may require a personal vehicle and auto liability insurance.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Passion for helping others.
- Physical stamina to remain on your feet, walk, and stand, and to regularly lift up to 50 pounds.
- Successful background clearance as part of onboarding and employment.
- Basic computer skills for tracking progress and documentation.
- Reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with team members.
Responsibilities
- Provide hands-on caregiving assistance, positive direction, instruction, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
- Support individuals’ comfort, safety, and personal growth.
- Assist with daily living tasks, including mobility, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, and personal hygiene.
- Perform housekeeping and laundry duties.
- Transport persons served as required.
- Track progress and 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
- 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 up to 50% of pay before payday
- Career growth opportunities
- Paid training and mentorship
- Mileage reimbursement for travel
- Paid training and orientation
- $1,500 sign-on/retention bonus for select programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
