Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver - Part-time at Dungarvin

Eugene, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 May, 26

Salary

19.0

Posted On

19 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Direct Support, Instruction, Positive Direction, Health Maintenance, Safety Assurance, Goal Achievement, Companionship, Personalized Care, Independence Encouragement, Activities Of Daily Living Assistance, Meal Preparation, Light Housekeeping, Laundry Duties, Mobility Assistance, Transfer Assistance, Behavior Support

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Company Description Who we are: 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. With services in 15 states, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference. We encourage you to embrace this opportunity to impact someone’s life! This is a part-time role and shifts available are between 16-32 hours/week Company Perks/Benefits: Hourly Rate: Starting $19/hour 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 What You Get to Do: The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for providing direct support, hands-on instruction, assistance, and positive direction to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) in a manner that ensures their health, safety, successful achievement of service objectives, and personal goals. If you are passionate about providing care and are willing to challenge yourself daily to make a positive impact on the lives of those you care for, we want YOU on our team! Enrich and support the lives of our residents while maintaining a safe and healthy environment Provide companionship and personalized care while encouraging independence and self-care. Assist with activities of daily living, including dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, and eating. Prepare meals and snacks. Perform light housekeeping and laundry duties. Provide mobility and transfer assistance, which may include using mechanical lift devices. Implement positive behavior supports and de-escalate challenging behaviors when needed. Other duties as assigned 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. Qualifications What Makes You a Great Fit: Previous experience supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities Must be at least 18 years old Must be able to provide references Able to attend two weeks of PAID in-house orientation and training Have a passion to help others through person-centered care People-oriented and have a team approach Dependable, adaptable, and flexible Good communication is key in this role. You’ll rely on your reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members. Successful candidates will be required to meet all Oregon State Department of Human Services requirements 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. Dungarvin is an equal opportunity employer. #DORJ 2/18

Responsibilities

The Direct Support Professional is responsible for providing hands-on instruction, direct support, and positive direction to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities to ensure their health, safety, and achievement of personal goals. This includes assisting residents with activities of daily living, preparing meals, performing light housekeeping, and implementing positive behavior supports.