Day Services Program / Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Start Date: Immediate • Expiry Date: 30 Sep, 2026 • Experience: 0 year(s) or above • Remote Job: Yes • Telecommute: Yes • Sponsor Visa: No
About the role
Dungarvin is seeking experienced Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our Day Program. If you’ve worked in caregiving, education, behavioral health, or another human services role, your experience is valuable here. As a DSP, you will coach and foster engagement by leading workshops designed to support individuals with developmental disabilities. DSPs act as life coaches—mentoring and continuously engaging individuals while leading groups through activities like art, music, games, audio/visual, cooking, reading, and other life enrichment opportunities. You will also provide direct care support, behavioral interventions, and ensure timely and accurate documentation of daily progress.
Must be able to work the following shift: Monday–Friday, 32.5 hours per week, 8:30 am–3:00 pm or 9:00 am–3:30 pm.
Responsibilities
- Coach and mentor individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD).
- Engage individuals through workshop activities to enhance skills.
- Lead activities such as music, art, games, reading, audio/visual, and other life enrichment activities.
- Teach and assist individuals with daily life skills such as cooking, money management, and community volunteering opportunities to foster independence.
- Lead fun outings and workshops and continuously engage individuals in activities.
- Assist individuals with personal care and provide behavioral interventions daily.
- Perform housekeeping and laundry duties.
- Provide compassionate, person-centered care tailored to individual needs.
- Collaborate with your team to create a safe, supportive, and fun environment.
- Report on daily outcomes within the electronic documentation system.
You’ll see the direct impact of your work every day as the people you support achieve their goals and increase their confidence. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to mentor, teach, and inspire. The skills and relationships you build here are as rewarding as they are impactful.
Requirements
- 6–12 months experience working with individuals with disabilities.
- Must be 21 years or older.
- High school Diploma or GED.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a company van.
- Comfortable providing personal care and behavioral support.
- Compassion, patience, professionalism.
- Adaptable with a positive attitude.
- Ability to take initiative and pivot.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic and active work environment.
- Proficient with basic computer skills and able to learn new systems.
- 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.
- Ability to lift and transfer 50 lbs.
Benefits
- Competitive Pay: $23.50/hour (starting rate; increases tied to tenure).
- Full Range Scale: $23.50–$26.20 per hour.
- Reliable 32.5-hour schedule (Monday–Friday with weekends off).
- Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance for eligible employees.
- Supplemental Insurance, Flex Spending, and HSA Accounts for eligible employees.
- Pet Insurance.
- Life Insurance for eligible employees.
- 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match for eligible employees.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) for eligible employees.
- Growth and Development Opportunities.
- Employee Referral Program.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- National Brand Discounts.
- Tapcheck—early pay access.
- Paid training and orientation.
We believe in supporting not only those we serve but also each other, ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment for all.
Pay
$23.50–$26.20 per hour (starting rate: $23.50/hour).
Schedule
32.5 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–3:00 pm or 9:00 am–3:30 pm.