Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver $1500 Sign-On Bonus

About the role

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, working alongside them to provide person‑centered supports that allow people to live as 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. Join our team as a Direct Support Professional / Caregiver!

We believe in supporting not only those we serve but also each other, ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment for all.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with mental, intellectual & developmental, and physical disabilities.
• Empower individuals with disabilities to live as independently and comfortably as possible while maintaining their dignity and respect.
• 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, toileting, personal hygiene and more.
• Perform housekeeping and laundry duties.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required (due to transporting persons served).
• Comfortable driving to transport persons served as required; some positions/locations may require your own personal vehicle and auto liability insurance.
• 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.
• 18 years or older.
• Successful background clearance required as part of onboarding/employment process.
• Prior experience with intense high behaviors, both verbal and physical preferred.
• Prior IDD, mental health, psychiatric, and/or security experience strongly preferred.
• Good communication skills; reading, writing, and communication to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with internal and external team members.

Benefits

• $1500 Sign‑On Bonus
• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for FT employees
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance for FT employees
• 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of service
• PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
• PTO Donation
• 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

Pay

Starting wage: $17.00‑$20.00 per hour.

Schedule

Multiple shifts available, including weekends.