Direct support professional (DSP)/ Caregiver

Dungarvin; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 11,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

HSA/FSA Accounts

Pet Insurance

Life Insurance

401 K plan with employer match

Paid Time Off accrual

Growth and Development Opportunities

Employee Referral Program

Scheduled pay increases

Employee Assistance Program

Mileage reimbursement

Brand discounts

Tap Check

Dedicated training with paid training

Job summary

Dungarvin is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to provide direct support and guidance to individuals with developmental and other disabilities. You will help with daily living tasks, safety, and personal growth in a compassionate, respectful environment. Starting pay is $9.00 per hour, with full-time and part-time schedules available.

Benefits include health, vision, dental, life, 401(k), paid time off, and additional discounts. No experience?

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age
• High school diploma or GED required
• Person-centered, patient, and kind
• Dependable, adaptable, flexible
• Observant and detail oriented
• Positive role-model, teamwork
• Committed to a respectful, collaborative environment
• Computer skills for documentation
• Valid driver's license (may require own vehicle and auto-liability insurance depending on role)
• Successful background clearance is required
• Good communication and reading/writing skills

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance
• Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals served
• Assist with daily living tasks such as moving, dressing, bathing, toileting, and personal hygiene

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, 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!

Schedule: Full Time and Part Time Schedules Available

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for FT employees
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401 K plan with 3% employer match at one year of services
• Paid Time Off accrual - employees who work 40 hours in a 2-week period
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Scheduled pay increases
• Employee Assistance Program
• T-Mobile, Verizon, Dell, and other National Brand Discounts
• Tap Check - access to 50% of your pay before payday
• Dedicated training department with paid training

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!

Schedule: Full Time and Part Time Schedules Available

Starting Pay: $9.00 an hour

Perks/Benefits:

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for FT employees
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401 K plan with 3% employer match at one year of services
• Paid Time Off accrual - employees who work 40 hours in a 2-week period
• PTO Donation
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Scheduled pay increases
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mileage reimbursement
• T-Mobile, Verizon, Dell, and other National Brand Discounts
• Tap Check - access to 50% of your pay before payday
• Dedicated training department with paid training

Job Description

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.

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

What you get to do

• 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.

Qualifications

What makes you a great fit

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• High school diploma/GED equivalent required.
• 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
• Valid Drivers License (due to transporting persons served)
  • Some positions / locations may require 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.

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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