Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

Job Summary

Monday-Friday | 8:30 AM-3:00 PM | 32.5 Hours/Week | Part-time $23.50/hour | Benefits Eligible | Paid Training Evenings & Weekends Off

About the Role

Already working as a Direct Support Professional, RBT, Behavior Technician, Paraprofessional, Job Coach, Respite Provider, Caregiver, or other human services professional? Your experience can transfer directly into Dungarvin. Our Day Program is an active, hands-on setting where you'll teach life skills, lead activities, support behaviors and personal care, get into the community, and help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities build greater independence.

Responsibilities

• Lead cooking, art, music, recreation, and life-skills activities
• Teach and reinforce skills that build greater independence
• Support community outings and volunteer activities
• Provide personal care, including restroom, hygiene, eating, and mobility support
• Provide behavioral support and use trained de-escalation techniques
• Support individuals with different communication needs, including nonverbal communication
• Follow individualized support and behavior plans
• Drive company vehicles for outings and community activities
• Complete accurate electronic documentation
• Prepare, clean, and reset program areas
• Work closely with your team to maintain a safe, positive, and consistent environment

Qualifications

• 6+ months relevant hands-on support experience preferred
• Must be 21 years or older
• Highschool Diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a company van
• Comfortable providing personal care and behavioral support
• Able to respond appropriately during behavioral and emergency situations
• Basic computer skills and able to learn electronic documentation systems
• Strong communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with team members
• Able to lift and transfer 50 lbs.

Additional Information

• Competitive Pay: $23.50/hour
• Full Range Scale: $23.50 - $26.20 per hour
• Reliable 32.5 hour schedule
• Monday – Friday work schedule 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