DSP

Dungarvin • Franklin, IN

6h

About The Position

A Direct Support Professional (DSP) caregiver provides direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with mental, intellectual and developmental, and physical disabilities. The goal is to empower individuals to live as independently and comfortably as possible while maintaining their dignity and respect. The role includes hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance, while supporting individuals’ comfort, safety, and personal growth. DSPs also assist with activities of daily living and perform housekeeping and laundry duties.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid driver's license required because the role involves transporting individuals served.
• Must be comfortable driving to transport individuals 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 and able to work on a team.
• Committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment.
• Computer skills for documentation.
• Reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with team members.
• Successful background clearance required as part of onboarding/employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with disabilities.
• Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
• Support the comfort, safety, and personal growth of individuals served.
• 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 individuals served as required.
• Document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with internal and external team members.

Benefits

• Paid training and orientation
• Growth and development opportunities
• Paid time off (PTO) for eligible employees
• Pet insurance
• 401(k) plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of service
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for full-time employees
• Flexible Spending and HSA accounts for full-time employees
• Supplemental insurance
• Life insurance for full-time employees
• PTO donation
• Employee referral program
• Tapcheck access to 50% of pay before payday

What This Job Offers

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