Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

Dungarvin; Bedford (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Dungarvin in Indiana is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) caregiver to provide direct support, encouragement, and instruction to individuals with disabilities. The goal is to empower clients to live as independently as possible with dignity.

You will document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with internal and external team members. The role offers meaningful work, stable schedule, and the chance to make a real difference in people’s lives.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to document care and follow care plans.
• Background clearance required as part of onboarding.
• Experience in direct care or similar setting is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
• Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of individuals we serve.
• Assist with daily living tasks such as moving, dressing, bathing, toileting, hygiene, and more.
• Perform housekeeping and laundry duties.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team player

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Dependable

Documentation skills

18+ years old

Background clearance

Job description

What You Get To Do

A Direct Support Professional (DSP) 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.

• Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
• Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals we serve.
• Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene and more.
• Perform housekeeping and laundry duties

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

What Makes You A Great Fit

• 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
• Computer skills for documentation
• 18 years or older
• A successful background clearance is required as part of the onboarding/employment process

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.

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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