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Direct Support Professionals provide hands-on assistance and guidance to individuals with disabilities, ensuring their comfort and personal growth. They assist with daily living tasks and help empower individuals to live independently.
Requirements summary
Candidates should be patient, dependable, and adaptable, with good observational skills. A successful clearance of a criminal background check is required, and applicants must be at least 18 years old.
Company DescriptionAt Dungarvin, we are more than a provider of support services—we’re a mission-driven team rooted in respect, response and choice.
Since 1976, we’ve been dedicated to meeting people where they are, working alongside them to provide person centered supports that allow people to live independently as possible.
You’ll work directly with people in need of assistance, and/or living with intellectual or developmental disabilities, or other complex medical needs.
With services nationwide, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference – one person, one voice, one choice at a time!
We encourage you to embrace this opportunity to impact someone’s life!
Schedule: Full-time or part-time Starting Pay: $17.00/hr & $17.45/hr after 90 days!
Company Perks/Benefits:Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employeesSupplemental InsuranceFlex Spending and HSA Accounts for FT employeesPet InsuranceLife Insurance401 K plan with 3% employer match at one year of servicesPaid Time Off accrual - employees who work 40 hours in a 2-week periodPTO DonationGrowth and Development OpportunitiesEmployee Referral ProgramScheduled pay increasesEmployee Assistance ProgramMileage reimbursementT-Mobile, Verizon, Dell, and other National Brand DiscountsTapcheck- access to 50% of your pay before payday Dedicated training department with paid trainingJob DescriptionA Direct Support Professional (DSP) caregiver provides direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with mental, intellectual & developmental, and physical disabilities.
The ultimate goal is to empower individuals with disabilities to live as independently and comfortably as possible while maintaining their dignity and respect.
We are seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with disabilities; behavioral or medical complexities in our residential and CIHS programs!
What You Get to Do: Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals we serve.Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, personal hygiene and more.Light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation.Build relationships with persons served and teammates.Attend special community occasions and fun activities like outdoor walks, games, and social events.Transport persons served to appointments or other activities outside the home.Empower people with disabilities to live life to the fullest.Document progress, milestones, and action steps.No experience?
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Employee Referral Program
Supplemental Insurance
Pet Insurance
Mileage Reimbursement
HSA Accounts
Flex Spending Accounts
Discounts
401 K Plan
Job Mobility Options
If you meet the basic job requirements, we will provide the necessary paid training and hands-on experience Why This Role: Personal fulfillment, a meaningful career, and the chance to make a difference.
Positively impact someone’s life.
Gain health care experience to further your career.
Reliable work schedule.
Varied day-to-day experiences; no two days are the same.
QualificationsWhat Makes You A Great Fit: High School Diploma or GED certificate 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 Valid Drivers License (due to transporting persons served) Some positions / locations may require own personal vehicle and auto-liability insurance based on the role A successful background clearance is required as part of the onboarding/employment process 18 years or older Good communication is key in this role.
You’ll rely on your reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members.
Additional InformationWe believe in supporting not only those we serve but also each other, ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment for all.
Dungarvin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any legally protected status per federal and/or state law.5/4#DNMJ
