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The Direct Support Professional provides direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with various disabilities, aiming to empower them to live as independently and comfortably as possible while maintaining dignity. Responsibilities include hands-on assistance with daily living tasks, light housekeeping, meal preparation, building relationships, attending activities, and documenting progress.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be at least 18 years old, possess a High School Diploma or GED, and demonstrate person-centered, patient, and kind qualities, along with dependability and adaptability. Prior experience with intense high behaviors, including physical and verbal aggressions, and experience with IDD, mental health, or psychiatric settings is strongly preferred.
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Job description
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 and part-time shifts available for AM, PM, and NOC.
Wage
Starting at $17.90/hour
Perks/Benefits: Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees Supplemental Insurance Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for FT employees Pet Insurance Life Insurance 401 K plan with 3% employer match at one year of services Paid Time Off accrual - employees who work 40 hours in a 2-week period PTO Donation Growth and Development Opportunities Employee Referral Program Scheduled pay increases Employee Assistance Program Mileage reimbursement T-Mobile, Verizon, Dell, and other National Brand Discounts Tap Check - access to 50% of your pay before payday Dedicated training department with paid training Job 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 have many programs throughout Albuquerque!
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.Why
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Paid Training
Employee Referral Program
Supplemental Insurance
Pet Insurance
Mileage Reimbursement
HSA Accounts
National Brand Discounts
Tap Check
Flex Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off Accrual
401 K Plan
Job Mobility Options
Scheduled Pay Increases
Pto Donation
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.We are looking for individuals to work at our program with persons served who may exhibit challenging interfering behaviors, such as physical aggressions, verbal aggressions and property destruction. To be successful in this role we are looking for candidates with prior experience with intense high behaviors, both verbal and physical. You will provide supports to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, people who are faced with metal health, behavioral, and/or significant medical challenges. We are looking to hire staff who are patient, have good decision making and experience working with behavioral management or crisis plans. Prior IDD, mental health, psychiatric, and/or security experience is strongly preferred.
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
