Direct support professional (DSP)/ Caregiver

Dungarvin; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 9,944 - 14,163; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees

401(k) with 3% employer match

Paid Time Off accrual

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Dungarvin seeks a Direct Support Professional in Port Arthur, TX to provide meaningful support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will assist with daily living tasks, ensuring comfort and promoting independence.

This role offers flexible full-time and part-time schedules, starting pay at $8.75 an hour, and various benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees. Join us in making a difference!

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Successful background clearance required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Patient and kind

Dependable and adaptable

Detail-oriented

Good communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

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 individuals in need of assistance, and/or living with intellectual or developmental disabilities, or other complex medical needs.

Schedule

Full Time and Part Time schedules available.

Starting Pay

$8.75 an hour.

Perks and 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 service
• 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
• National brand discounts (T‑Mobile, Verizon, Dell, etc.)
• 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? We provide 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

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or 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 driver’s license (required for transporting persons served). Some positions may require an own personal vehicle and auto‑liability insurance.
• Successful background clearance required as part of the onboarding/employment process.
• Good communication skills essential for documenting care, following support plans, and collaborating 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.