Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Behavioral Support
- Part-time
Company 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 - providing person-centered supports that allow individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or complex medical needs to live as independently as possible.
Our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference, and we encourage you to embrace this opportunity to impact someone’s life!
Wage: $19.65 per hour (this wage includes an enhanced rate specific to employees working directly at the Complex Needs Program) Full Range Scale: $19.65 - $21.90
Hours / Shift / Schedule Requirements:
- MUST BE FLEXIBLE - unable to adjust schedules based on applicant's current employment
- Full-Time and Part-time schedules available
Company Perks / Benefits:
- Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for eligible employees
- Supplemental Insurance
- Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for eligible employees
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance for eligible employees
- 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match based on eligibility requirements
- PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
- PTO Donation
- Growth and Development Opportunities
- Employee Referral Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- National Brand Discounts
- Tapcheck- early pay access
- PAID training and orientation
Job Description
- Personal care and hygiene tasks
- Monitor health needs, including medications, special diets, and notify supervisor of any outstanding needs
- Shopping and meal preparation
- Planning outings and activities in the community
- Perform housekeeping and laundry duties, including cleaning, organizing, maintaining a safe and tidy living environment, and washing, drying, folding, and putting away clothes and linens.
- Setting goals and learning new skills and hobbies
- Assist in developing positive behavior supports by providing feedback about individual's preferences
- Participate in the formulation and implementation of individual treatment plans including data collection, report-writing participation in treatment team meeting and carrying out treatment team recommendations
- Provide Lift and Transfer assistance (may include non-ambulatory individuals) requiring ability to carry and maneuver up to 50 or more pounds of unbalanced weight
- Building healthy habits and relationships
- Supporting positive behavior and boundaries
- Maintaining well-being and safety by following plans and reporting guidelines
Qualifications
- 6 months of experience working with people who have developmental disabilities
- Experience using de-escalation techniques (preferred)
- Willing to be actively engaged and creative with ideas for outings and engagement in the home
- Experience working as RBT or paraeducator (preferred)
- Excellent written and verbal English language skills
- 18+ years or older
- Preferred NAR, HCA, Nurse Delegation, CNA, NAC
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 equal opportunity employer.
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6/15
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