Behavioral Direct Support Professional / Mental Health Technician

  • Full-time

Company Description

Calling all caregivers and Direct Support Professionals - earn up to $19.50 per hour!

 

A LITTLE ABOUT US:

At Dungarvin, we're not just a national company; we're a family of caring, passionate, and dedicated team members working together nationwide to offer top-notch, community-based support. Our mission is simple: We're here to provide exceptional assistance to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including those facing mental health, behavioral, or significant medical challenges.

WE OFFER:

  • Competitive pay 
  • Benefits - Medical, dental, vision, flex spending accounts pet insurance, 401K with up to 3% matching after 1 year of service, and more for FT employees.
  • Paid time off.
  • Opportunities for growth
  • Handle with Care Training - this will ensure your safety and success supporting individuals using a team-based approach that best meet their complex care needs.

Job Description

As a Behavioral Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Dungarvin, you will have the ability to enhance the quality of life for an individual living in Janesville with complex behavioral support needs.

To be successful in this role as a Direct Support Professional you’ll need to be mindful of the individual’s history, past trauma, diagnoses, and behavior support plan and with empathy encourage them to live an independent and productive life.

We will equip you with comprehensive training to ensure your success in this role!

  • Multiple schedules and shift times available

Our first approach to supporting a person with complex behavioral needs is to utilize verbal de-escalation strategies and show empathy towards the individual. Staff are also trained in the use of physical and manual restraints.  A team of four staff are available to support this individual’s unique needs.

Qualifications

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
  • Current auto liability insurance
  • Candidates must have own transportation and maybe at times transporting person served in their own vehicles.
  • Prefer experience working with persons with challenging behaviors.

Additional Information

At Dungarvin, diversity and inclusion are a part of what makes our organization strong. Together, we can continue to work towards an inclusive culture that supports our employees and persons served. Dungarvin is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

 

7/23

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