Company Description
At Dungarvin, our primary goal is to create a positive influence in the lives of the people we serve. We help individuals with different abilities, like intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, autism, and mental health conditions, in a variety of programs with a focus on providing person-centered care. This position pays $19.80 per hour.
What's In It For You:
* Personal fulfillment, a meaningful career, and the chance to make a difference.
* Positively impact someone's life.
* Gain healthcare experience to further your career.
* Varied day-to-day experiences; no two days are the same.
Benefits & Perks
* 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 for eligible employees
* PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
* Growth and Development Opportunities
* Employee Referral Program
* Employee Assistance Program
* National Brand Discounts
* Tapcheck - early pay access
* PAID training and orientation
Job Description
Dungarvin is looking for dedicated Direct Support Professionals to provide direct care support to people with developmental disabilities in our Day Program. Candidates will have a desire to create a lasting positive impact on people's lives and enjoy coaching, mentoring, and encouraging others to reach their goals.
What You Get To Do:
* Assist the persons served to direct the course of their own lives, develop and maintain relationships, and participate in their communities
* Assist individuals with planning and achieving goals
* Assist with direct care and support with daily activities such as mealtime and personal care
* Drive the company van or small bus to activities in the community
* Follow protocols and procedures to maintain a healthy and safe environment
* Assist persons served to direct the course of their own lives, develop, and maintain relationships, and participate in their communities.
* Assist individuals with planning and achieving goals.
* Assist with direct care and support with daily activities, such as mealtime and personal cares.
* Plan various activities, outings, and workshops, to improve life skills and help build independence.
Qualifications
What Makes You a Great Fit:
* Previous experience working with persons with disabilities
* Valid driver's license
* Ability to drive the company van
* 18 years or older
* Able to lift/transfer 50 pounds
* 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
* Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand
Additional Information
Dungarvin believes that diversity and inclusion make our organization stronger. Together, we're working to create a culture that supports our employees and the people we serve. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
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