Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

Dungarvin inc; Baraboo (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees

401 K plan with up to 3% employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program

Paid training and orientation

Job summary

Dungarvin inc is looking for a Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver in Baraboo, WI to assist individuals with disabilities in achieving their daily goals. This part-time position offers the opportunity to make a positive impact on someone's life while providing support in a residential group home setting.

The DSP will help with personal cares, and daily activities, encouraging independence and empowerment for those served. Paid training is provided for candidates meeting the basic job requirements.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license for transporting clients.
• At least 18 years old.
• Good reading and writing skills to document care and follow plans.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in a residential group home.
• Support daily activities and promote independence.
• Provide medication administration and ensure medical well-being.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Mentoring

Ability to drive

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

Part-time

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, working alongside them to provide person centered supports that allow people to live 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. We encourage you to embrace this opportunity to impact someone’s life.

Join our team as a Direct Support Professional / Caregiver in Baraboo, WI

Company Benefits/Perks:

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for FT employees
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance for FT employees
• 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of services
• PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
• 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

What You Get To Do:

Working directly as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver, you will assist in a residential group home by helping 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.

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

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.
• Varied day-to-day experiences; no two days are the same.

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.