Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

Company: Dungarvin, Inc.
Location: Gallup
Posted on: April 23, 2025

Job Description:

Company Description

Embrace the opportunity to positively change someone's life! Join our team as a DSP Caregiver at Dungarvin!

A Direct Support Professional (DSP) caregiver provides direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with mental, intellectual & developmental, and physical disabilities. The ultimate goal is to empower individuals with disabilities to live as independently and comfortably as possible while maintaining their dignity and respect. Join our team as a Direct Support Professional / Caregiver in Gallup, NM.

Why This Role:

* Personal fulfillment, a meaningful career, and the chance to make a difference.
* Positively impact someone's life.
* Gain health care experience to further your career.
* Reliable work schedule.
* Varied day-to-day experiences; no two days are the same.

Schedule: Full-time and part-time shifts available for AM, PM, and NOC.

Wage: $14.15/hr & $14.55/hr after 90 days!

Perks/Benefits:

* Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees
* Supplemental Insurance
* Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for FT employees
* Pet Insurance
* Life Insurance for full-time employees
* 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of services
* PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
* PTO Donation
* Growth and Development Opportunities
* Employee Referral Program
* Employee Assistance Program
* National Brand Discounts
* Tapcheck - access to 50% of your pay before payday
* PAID training and orientation

Job Description

What You Get to Do:

* Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
* Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals we serve.
* Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, personal hygiene and more.
* Light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation.
* Build relationships with persons served and teammates.
* Attend special community occasions and fun activities like outdoor walks, games, and social events.
* Transport persons served to appointments or other activities outside the home.
* Empower people with disabilities to live life to the fullest.
* Document progress, milestones, and action steps.

WHO WE ARE:

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. We aim to empower those we assist to pursue their dreams while our dedicated team provides guidance, support, and care they deserve with dignity and respect.

Qualifications

What Makes You A Great Fit:

* 18 years or older
* Must have a high school diploma or GED Certification
* Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
* 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
* Computer skills for documentation
* Successful clearance of a criminal background check for licensing requirement

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.

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