Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver
About Us
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.
Responsibilities
A Direct Support Professional (DSP) caregiver provides direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with mental, intellectual & developmental, and physical disabilities. The ultimate goal is to 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.
- Perform housekeeping and laundry duties.
- Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene, and more.
Why This Role
- Personal fulfillment, a meaningful career, and the chance to make a difference.
- Positively impact someone’s life.
- Gain health care experience to further your career.
- Reliable work schedule.
Requirements
- 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.
- 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 based on the role.
- A successful background clearance is required as part of the onboarding/employment process.
- Good communication skills, including reading, writing, and verbal abilities to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with team members.
Benefits
- Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance for full-time employees.
- Supplemental Insurance.
- Flex 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.
- 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.
Schedule
Multiple shifts available!
Locations: Merrillville, Hobart, Griffith