Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Behavioral Support

At 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—providing person-centered supports that allow individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or complex medical needs to live as independently as possible. Our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference, and we encourage you to embrace this opportunity to impact someone’s life.

Pay

Wage: $19.65 per hour (this wage includes an enhanced rate specific to employees working directly at the Complex Needs Program). Full range scale: $19.65 - $21.90.

Schedule

MUST BE FLEXIBLE—unable to adjust schedules based on applicant's current employment. Full-time and part-time schedules available.

Benefits

• 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 based on eligibility requirements
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for eligible employees
• PTO Donation
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• National Brand Discounts
• Tapcheck—early pay access
• Paid training and orientation

Responsibilities

• Personal care and hygiene tasks
• Monitor health needs, including medications, special diets, and notify supervisor of any outstanding needs
• Shopping and meal preparation
• Planning outings and activities in the community
• Perform housekeeping and laundry duties, including cleaning, organizing, maintaining a safe and tidy living environment, and washing, drying, folding, and putting away clothes and linens
• Setting goals and learning new skills and hobbies
• Assist in developing positive behavior supports by providing feedback about individual's preferences
• Participate in the formulation and implementation of individual treatment plans including data collection, report-writing, participation in treatment team meetings, and carrying out treatment team recommendations
• Provide Lift and Transfer assistance (may include non-ambulatory individuals) requiring ability to carry and maneuver up to 50 or more pounds of unbalanced weight
• Building healthy habits and relationships
• Supporting positive behavior and boundaries
• Maintaining well-being and safety by following plans and reporting guidelines

Qualifications

• 6 months of experience working with people who have developmental disabilities
• Experience using de-escalation techniques (preferred)
• Willing to be actively engaged and creative with ideas for outings and engagement in the home
• Experience working as RBT or paraeducator (preferred)
• Excellent written and verbal English language skills
• 18+ years or older
• NAR, HCA, Nurse Delegation, CNA, NAC (preferred)

At Dungarvin, diversity and inclusion are a part of what makes our organization strong. Together, we can continue to work towards an inclusive culture that supports our employees and persons served. Dungarvin is an equal opportunity employer.