Direct Support Professional / Float

Dungarvin; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 38,480 - 44,252; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Growth opportunities

Mileage reimbursement

Training

Job summary

Dungarvin is seeking a Direct Support Professional Float (DSPF) to provide fill-in coverage at assigned service sites, delivering direct support and instruction to individuals with mental, intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities. You may be scheduled for hours vacant due to turnover, changes, or PTO, empowering clients to live independently with dignity and respect.

Benefits include comprehensive medical, vision and dental for full-time staff, retirement options, paid time off,

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Person-centered, patient, and kind.
• Dependable, adaptable, and flexible.
• Observant and detail-oriented.
• Positive role model who can work on a team.
• Committed to a respectful, collaborative environment.
• Computer skills for documentation.
• Valid driver’s license (required for transporting persons served). Some positions may require owning a personal vehicle and auto-liability insurance.
• A successful background clearance is required as part of onboarding.
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Strong communication skills—reading, writing, and documenting care plans and collaborating with internal and external team members.

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 around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, and personal hygiene.
• Perform light housekeeping and meal preparation.
• Build relationships with persons served and teammates.
• Attend community occasions and social activities like outdoor walks and games.
• Transport persons served to appointments or other activities outside the home.
• Help empower people with disabilities to live life to the fullest.
• Document progress, milestones, and action steps.

Skills

Caregiving

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Flexibility

Patient

Observation

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 dedicated ourselves to meeting people where they are, and empowering them to live as independently as possible. You’ll work directly with individuals in need of assistance, including those with intellectual, developmental, or complex medical needs.

Schedule

Full‑time, schedule varies—no two days are the same.

Work Locations

Cross‑trained to work in multiple locations.

Wage

$18.50/hour

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for full‑time employees
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for full‑time employees
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) plan with 3% employer match after one year of service
• Paid Time Off accrual for 40 hours in a two‑week period
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Scheduled pay increases
• Employee Assistance Program
• Job mobility options within Dungarvin’s 17 states of service
• Mileage reimbursement
• National brand discounts (T‑Mobile, Verizon, Dell, etc.)
• Pay Active: access to 50% of your pay before payday
• Dedicated training department with paid training

Job Description

A Direct Support Professional Float (DSPF) caregiver provides fill‑in or substitute coverage at any assigned service site and may be scheduled for hours that are vacant due to staff turnover, scheduling changes, or paid time off. The DSP Float delivers direct support, positive direction, and instruction to individuals with mental, intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities, ultimately empowering them to live as independently and comfortably as possible while maintaining dignity and respect.

What You Get to Do

• 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 around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, and personal hygiene.
• Perform light housekeeping and meal preparation.
• Build relationships with persons served and teammates.
• Attend community occasions and social activities like outdoor walks and games.
• Transport persons served to appointments or other activities outside the home.
• Help empower people with disabilities to live life to the fullest.
• Document progress, milestones, and action steps.

Why This Role

• Personal fulfillment and a meaningful career with the chance to make a difference.
• Reliable work schedule.
• Varied day‑to‑day experiences; no two days are the same.
• Cross‑trained to work in multiple locations.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Person‑centered, patient, and kind.
• Dependable, adaptable, and flexible.
• Observant and detail‑oriented.
• Positive role model who can 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 owning a personal vehicle and auto‑liability insurance.
• A successful background clearance is required as part of onboarding.
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong communication skills—reading, writing, and documenting care plans and collaborating with 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.