Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

Dungarvin; Clearfield (KY); On-site; USD 19,286,000 - 24,797,000; Full time

Job summary

Dungarvin in Kentucky is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide direct support to individuals with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities, helping them live more independently with dignity and respect.

You will offer hands-on guidance, safety supervision, and assistance with daily living tasks, while documenting care and coordinating with the team to ensure high-quality support.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver's license required (and ability to transport clients as needed).
• Background clearance required as part of onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support and assistance to individuals with disabilities.
• Offer hands-on guidance, mentorship, and positive direction.
• Ensure safety, comfort and personal growth of those served.
• Assist with daily living activities (e.g., mobility, dressing, bathing, toileting, hygiene).
• Document care and follow support plans with attention to detail.

Skills

Person-centered

Patient

Kind

Dependable

Adaptable

Flexible

Observant

Detail oriented

Team player

Communication

Driver's license

Own vehicle (optional)

Documentation

18+

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.

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
• Valid driver's license required (due to transporting persons served)
• Candidates must be comfortable driving to transport persons served as required Some positions/locations may require your own personal vehicle and auto liability insurance based on the role

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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