Direct Support Professional (DSP) Float / Caregiver
About the role
A Direct Support Professional (DSP) Float / 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.
Responsibilities
- Travel and be cross trained to work in multiple homes
- Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance
- Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals we serve
- Aid in daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, personal hygiene and more
- Light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation
- Build relationships with persons served and teammates
- Attend special community occasions and fun activities like outdoor walks, games, and social events
- Transport persons served to appointments or other activities outside the home
- Empower people with disabilities to live life to the fullest
- Document progress, milestones, and action steps
Requirements
- Must have a least 2-4 years of prior experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Prior experience working with individuals with high behaviors and/or willingness to be trained is strongly preferred
- 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
Qualifications
- Computer skills for documentation
- 18 years or older
- Successful clearance of a criminal background check for licensing requirement
Skills
- Flexible scheduling
- Ability to work with diverse populations
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Benefits
- Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees
- Supplemental Insurance
- Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for FT employees
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance for full-time employees
- 401 K plan with 3% employer match at one year of services
- PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
- PTO Donation
- Growth and Development Opportunities
- Employee Referral Program
- Scheduled pay increases
- Employee Assistance Program
- T-Mobile, Verizon, Dell, and other National Brand Discounts
- TAPcheck - access to 50% of your pay before payday
- PAID training and orientation
Pay
$14.70/Hour
Schedule
Full-time, this position will require flexibility as it works different hours as needed
Additional Information
We believe in supporting not only those we serve but also each other, ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment for all. 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.