Direct Support Professional DSP Caregiver 1500 SignOn Bonus

Dungarvin; Flora (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Dungarvin in Flora, Indiana is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) caregiver to provide essential support and assistance to individuals with mental, intellectual, and developmental disabilities. This role emphasizes empowering these individuals for independence while ensuring their comfort and dignity.

The ideal candidate will have a person-centered approach, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a supportive environment. A successful background clearance and prior experience with high behaviors are preferred.

Qualifications

• 18 years or older.
• Successful background clearance required.
• Prior experience preferred in high behaviors and IDD.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on assistance and mentoring.
• Ensure comfort, safety, and personal growth.
• Assist with daily living tasks.

Skills

Person-centered approach

Dependability

Adaptability

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Good communication skills

Job description

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
• Prior experience with intense high behaviors, both verbal and physical preferred
• Prior IDD, mental health, psychiatric, and/or security experience is strongly preferred
• 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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