Lead Direct Support Professional

Dungarvin • South Bend, IN

5h • Onsite

About The Position

At Dungarvin, a Lead Direct Support Professional is a mission-driven role focused on providing person-centered supports to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, or other complex medical needs. Since 1976, Dungarvin has been dedicated to meeting people where they are, working alongside them to foster independent living. This position involves the coordination of various services, including finance, medical, recreation, program services, family contact/involvement, education, and household management. Lead DSPs provide direct support, positive direction, instruction, and hands-on assistance to empower individuals to live as independently and comfortably as possible while maintaining their dignity and respect. The role offers personal fulfillment, a meaningful career, the chance to positively impact lives, gain healthcare experience, and a reliable work schedule with varied day-to-day experiences.

Requirements

• 18 years or older
• Person-centered, patient, and kind
• Dependable, adaptable, flexible
• Observant and detail oriented
• Positive role-model for others and able to work on a team
• Committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment
• Computer skills for documentation
• A successful background clearance is required as part of the onboarding/employment process
• Good communication skills (reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members)

Responsibilities

• Coordinate services to the individuals served, including finance, medical, recreation, program services, family contact/involvement, education, and household management
• Provide direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with mental, intellectual & developmental, and physical disabilities
• Empower individuals with disabilities to live as independently and comfortably as possible while maintaining their dignity and respect
• Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance
• Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals we serve
• Perform housekeeping and laundry duties
• Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene and more
• Assist with financials and documentation

Benefits

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401 K plan with 3% employer match at one year of services
• PAID TIME OFF (PTO) accrual
• PTO Donation
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Scheduled pay increases
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mileage reimbursement
• National Brand Discounts
• Tap Check - access to 50% of your pay before payday.
• PAID training and orientation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees