Personal Support Assistant (PSA) / Caregiver - 24/7 Live-In
About The Position
Dungarvin is hiring a Personal Support Assistant/Caregiver for a 24/7 live-in opportunity. The role supports people with physical, emotional, and/or intellectual disabilities in living as independently as possible and pursuing self-directed lives. While living in the home with the people served, the assistant promotes independence, dignity, safety, and meaningful community inclusion. The assistant helps create a warm, family-like atmosphere in which people feel valued, respected, included, and connected at home and in the community. This involves building trusting relationships, supporting shared routines and celebrations, and respecting each person's choices, boundaries, and independence. The role works collaboratively with the program director and team members to develop, implement, and evaluate participant supports and to report relevant household, medical, maintenance, program, or personnel concerns. The position offers earnings of up to $67,000 per year, three weeks of paid time off, free room and board, and paid utilities. A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle with car insurance are required.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a valid driver's license and be comfortable driving to transport people served as required.
- Have access to a vehicle with car insurance; some positions or locations may require a personal vehicle and auto liability insurance.
- Successfully complete a background clearance as part of onboarding and employment.
- Have computer skills for documentation.
- Have reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with internal and external team members.
- Be person-centered, patient, and kind.
- Be dependable, adaptable, and flexible.
- Be observant and detail-oriented.
- Be a positive role model and able to work on a team.
- Be committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide hands-on assistance with daily living activities and personal care.
- Assist with meal preparation, household tasks, budgeting, shopping, and community participation.
- Encourage positive choices, support personal goals, and advocate for each participant's needs and preferences.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and supportive living environment.
- Support healthcare needs and provide supervision as needed.
- Communicate participant needs, goals, and concerns to the program director or lead staff.
- Work cooperatively with team members to provide consistent, person-centered support.
- Help develop, implement, and evaluate participant supports in collaboration with the program director and team members.
- Report household, medical, maintenance, program, or personnel concerns to the appropriate supervisor or lead staff member.
- Transport people served as required.
Benefits
- Up to $67,000 per year
- Three weeks of paid time off
- Free room and board
- Paid utilities
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
