Direct Support Professional (DSP) — Compassionate Caregiver

Dungarvin; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Growth opportunities

PTO

Pet insurance

401k match

Employee assistance program

Medical, vision & dental insurance

FSA/HSA

Supplemental insurance

Life insurance

Employee referral program

Tapcheck – early pay

Job summary

Dungarvin is seeking a Direct Support Professional / Caregiver to empower individuals with developmental and medical needs to live as independently as possible. You will provide hands-on assistance, supportive direction, and personal care with respect and dignity.

Competitive hourly wages start at $15.50–$16.75, with paid training, PTO, health benefits for FT employees, 401(k) with company match after one year, and flexible benefits. Join a mission-driven team focused on growth and development.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid driver’s license required (driving to transport individuals served).
• Comfortable driving to transport individuals served as required.
• Background clearance is required as part of onboarding/employment.
• Excellent communication skills; reading, writing, and documentation are essential.
• Team player with a respectful, collaborative mindset.
• Patient, kind, dependable, and adaptable in daily duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance to individuals served.
• Ensure comfort, safety, and personal growth of individuals.
• Perform housekeeping and laundry duties as part of daily living support.
• Assist with daily living activities such as dressing, bathing, toileting, and mobility as needed.

Skills

18 years or older

Valid driver's license

Comfortable driving

Background check

Good communication

Team oriented

Patient and kind

Dependable

Observant and detail oriented

Respectful and collaborative

Job description

Dungarvin is seeking a Direct Support Professional / Caregiver to empower individuals with developmental and medical needs to live as independently as possible. You will provide hands-on assistance, supportive direction, and personal care with respect and dignity.

Competitive hourly wages start at $15.50–$16.75, with paid training, PTO, health benefits for FT employees, 401(k) with company match after one year, and flexible benefits. Join a mission-driven team focused on growth and development.