Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

Dungarvin
Norwalk, CT
Category Healthcare
Job Description
Role Overview

Dungarvin is hiring experienced Direct Support Professionals to support adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in a hands-on setting. The role involves leading activities, teaching life skills, and providing personal care and behavioral support.

What You Will Do

Coach and mentor individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities, teach and reinforce skills, support community outings, provide personal care, and report on daily outcomes.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, behavioral needs, or similar support needs, and is able to work a reliable schedule with weekends off.

Requirements

  • At least 6 months experience supporting adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities
  • Experience providing direct support, personal care, behavioral support, or skill development
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Highschool Diploma or GED
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a company van
  • Ability to lift and transfer 50 lbs.
  • Basic computer skills and ability to learn electronic documentation systems
  • Strong reading, writing, and communication skills for documentation, support plans, and team communication

Benefits

  • Competitive Pay: $21.75/hour
  • Full Pay Range: $21.75 - $24.25/hour
  • Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
  • Supplemental Insurance
  • Flex Spending and HSA Accounts
  • Pet Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match
  • PAID TIME OFF (PTO)
  • Paid Training and Orientation
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • National Brand Discounts
  • Tapcheck - early pay access
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