Direct Support Professional / Caregiver

Dungarvin; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate $11.75/hour

Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

Flex Spending and HSA Accounts

Pet Insurance

Life Insurance

401 K with up to 3% employer match

PAID TIME OFF

Growth and Development Opportunities

Employee Referral Program

Employee Assistance Program

National Brand Discounts

Tapcheck early pay

PAID training and orientation

Job summary

Dungarvin is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide hands-on care to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities. You will help with daily living activities, medication administration, meal preparation, and mobility support while promoting independence and safety in a supportive environment.

Ideal candidates have prior DSP or caregiver experience, a valid driver’s license, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a direct support professional or caregiver is preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Person-centered focus
• Dependable, adaptable, flexible
• Ability to lift and transfer
• Positive role‑model for others and able to work on a team
• Computer skills for documentation
• 18 years or older
• 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.

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.
• Complete medication administration and follow medical protocols.
• 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

Skills

Direct support

Caregiving

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Driving

Tools

Documentation software

Job description

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!

Company Perks/Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $11.75/hour
• 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

Who We Are

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!

Company Perks/Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $11.75/hour
• 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

Job Description

What You Get To Do

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for providing direct support, hands‑on instruction, assistance, and positive direction to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) in a manner that ensures their health, safety, successful achievement of service objectives, and personal goals.

If you are passionate about providing care and are willing to challenge yourself daily to make a positive impact on the lives of those you care for, we want YOU on our team!

• 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.
• Complete medication administration and follow medical protocols.
• 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
• Varied day-to-day experiences; no two days are the same.
• We offer a variety of full time and part time positions!

Qualifications

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Previous experience as a direct support professional or caregiver is preferred
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Person-centered focus
• Dependable, adaptable, flexible
• Ability to lift and transfer
• Positive role‑model for others and able to work on a team
• Computer skills for documentation
• 18 years or older
• 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.

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.

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