Behavioral Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

About Dungarvin

At Dungarvin, we are a mission‑driven team rooted in respect, response and choice. Since 1976 we have provided person‑centered supports that enable people to live as independently as possible. Our services reach nationwide, and we are united by a shared commitment to making a real difference—one person, one voice, one choice at a time.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support to adults with mental health, intellectual and developmental, and/or physical disabilities.
• Support people as they develop skills, pursue personal goals, and participate in their communities.
• Offer encouragement, mentoring, and guidance with daily activities and life‑skills.
• Help individuals maintain comfort, safety, dignity, and independence.
• Assist with daily living activities such as mobility, dressing, bathing, personal hygiene, meals, and other personal‑care needs as required.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to behavioral or mental‑health needs using a calm, patient, and team‑based approach.
• Attend community activities, appointments, social events, recreational outings, and other engagements.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with the people we support and with teammates.
• Complete required documentation regarding services, progress, incidents, and important events.
• Complete Dungarvin’s “Handle with Care” training and other required training to safely and effectively support the people in your care.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license (required for transporting persons served).
• Willingness to drive company vehicles; some positions may require a personal vehicle and auto‑liability insurance.
• Patient, dependable, and respectful with a belief that people supported should have choice and control over their own lives.
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during challenging situations.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work well as part of a team.
• Comfort with learning new skills and following individualized support plans.
• Sincere interest in supporting people with complex needs.
• Successful background clearance as part of the onboarding process.
• Prior experience in intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health, behavioral health, psychiatric services, healthcare, corrections/security, or another human‑services setting is strongly preferred but not required.

Schedule

Days, evenings, nights – full‑time and part‑time positions available.

Pay

$17.00 per hour plus a $2.00 per hour weekend shift differential for any time worked on weekends (from 5 pm Friday to 8 am Monday).

Benefits

• 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 (PTO) for eligible employees and PTO donation program.
• Growth and development opportunities.
• Employee referral program.
• Employee assistance program.
• National brand discounts.
• Tapcheck – access to 50% of your pay before payday.
• Paid training and orientation.