Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

Dungarvin inc; North Vernon (IN); On-site; USD 17,900 - 25,494; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees

Flexible Spending Accounts

401 K plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Paid training and orientation

Job summary

A support services provider in North Vernon, Indiana seeks a Direct Support Professional / Caregiver to provide assistance to individuals with mental and physical disabilities. This role offers the opportunity to positively impact lives, ensuring comfort and dignity for those served. Benefits include medical insurance and paid training. Multiple shifts are available with a starting wage of $15.75/hr. The position requires strong communication and a person-centered approach to caregiving.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Successful background clearance required.
• Computer skills for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on assistance and guidance to individuals.
• Ensure comfort and safety for the individuals served.
• Assist with daily living tasks and housekeeping duties.

Skills

Person-centered approach

Dependability

Flexibility

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Job description

Company 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.

Join our team as a Direct Support Professional / Caregiver

Schedule: Multiple Shifts Available!

Wage: Starting $15.75/hr

Company Perks/Benefits:

• 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
• PTO Donation
• 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

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.

Qualifications

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.

Additional Information

Dungarvin believes that diversity and inclusion make our organization stronger. Together, we're working to create a culture that supports our employees and the people we serve. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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