Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

Job Description

What You Get To Do:

Working directly as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver, you will be able to assist in a residential group home by assisting people with disabilities achieve a variety of outcomes, assist with personal cares and provide normalization/community integration. 

At some of our programs, you will offer support, guidance, and assistance to individuals with mental illness and interfering behaviors. You will have the ability to enhance the quality of life for individuals with complex mental health and behavioral support needs.

Your aim? Empowering individuals to live independently with dignity and respect.

The DSP (caregiver) is responsible for providing:

• Support and mentorship with daily activities to those we support in a manner that ensures their health and safety. Some examples include helping with meals, cleaning, housekeeping, laundry duties and facilitating fun activities.
• Hands-on mentoring to those we serve to help them become more independent.
• Positive direction to the individuals to encourage them to achieve their personal goals.
• Provide medication administration and ensure person's medical well-being.

No experience? If you meet the basic job requirements, we will provide the necessary paid training and hands-on experience.

Qualifications

What Makes You A Great Fit:

• Excitement for working with adults with disabilities
• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma or GED certificate
• 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. 
• Valid driver's license (due to transporting persons served)
• A successful background clearance is required as part of the onboarding/employment process 
• Candidates must be comfortable driving company vehicles to transport persons served as required 
  • Some positions / locations may require own personal vehicle and auto-liability insurance based on the role

Nice to Have:

• Experience with adults with mental health issues, disabilities or related experience

Additional Information

Why this position:

• Personal fulfillment, a meaningful career, and the chance to make a difference.
• Positively impact someone’s life. 
• Gain healthcare experience to further your career.
• Reliable work schedule.
• Varied day-to-day experiences; no two days are the same.

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.

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