Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

About Us

Welcome to Dungarvin Supported Living, formerly known as Aacres. 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.

Responsibilities

• Enrich and support the lives of our residents while maintaining a safe and healthy environment.
• Provide companionship and personalized care while encouraging independence and self-care.
• Assist with activities of daily living, including dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, and eating.
• Prepare meals and snacks.
• Perform light housekeeping and laundry duties.
• Provide mobility and transfer assistance, which may include using mechanical lift devices.
• Implement positive behavior supports and de-escalate challenging behaviors when needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

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.

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Able to provide references.
• Able to attend two weeks of PAID in-house orientation and training.
• Have a passion to help others through person-centered care.
• People-oriented and have a team approach.
• Dependable, adaptable, and flexible.
• 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.

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 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 - early pay access.
• PAID training and orientation.

Pay

Starting wage: $17.80. The rate of pay and pay scale provided for this position are based on title and geographical location, with a range of $17.80–$19.85.

Dungarvin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any legally protected status per federal and/or state law.