Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

Long Beach, CA, USA

Part-time

Company Description

Part-Time | Monday-Friday | 25 Hours/Week | Evenings & Weekends Off | Paid Training 

Dungarvin is hiring experienced Direct Support Professionals and human services professionals for our Day Program.

This is an active, hands-on setting where DSPs lead activities, teach life skills, support community participation, provide personal care and behavioral support, and help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities build greater independence.

**Must be able to work one of the following part-time shift option:

• Monday-Friday 12:30pm - 5:30pm (25 hrs/week) 

Your Experience Matters

We're looking for candidates with hands-on experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, behavioral needs, or similar support needs.

Relevant backgrounds may include Direct Support Professional (DSP), Behavior Technician, Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), Paraprofessional, Teacher's Aide, Respite Provider, Residential Counselor, Community Support Worker, Job Coach, Employment Specialist, or similar human services experience.

Pay, Schedule, & Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $21.75/hour. New hires for this position start at $21.75/hour

• Full Pay Range: $21.75 - $24.25/hour. The higher rates shown in the range are pay increases reached over time and are tied to tenure/length with Dungarvin. 

• Reliable Schedule

• Monday - Friday work schedule with weekends off

• 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’ll Do:

• Coach and mentor individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) through workshop-style learning activities such as art, music, cooking, technology, recreation and other life-skills activites.

• Teach and reinforce skills that promote independence.

• Support community outings and volunteer activities.

• Provide personal care, including restroom, hygiene, eating, and mobility support.

• Provide behavioral support and use trained de-escalation techniques.

• Provide compassionate, person-centered care tailored to individual needs.

• Prepare, clean, and reset program areas.

• Follow individualized support and behavior plans.

• Report on daily outcomes within the electronic documentation system.

• Drive company vehicles for outings and community activities.

• Collaborate with your team to create a safe, supportive, fun, and consistent environment.

Engagement is part of the job. DSPs actively participate, encourage individuals, adapt activities when needed, and help each person participate at their own ability level.

Qualifications

What You'll Need

• Relevant hands-on support experience preferred

• 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.

• Ability to respond appropriately during behavioral and emergency situations

• Comfortable providing personal care and behavior support

• Compassion, patience, professionalism

• Ability to thrive in a dynamic and active work environment

• Basic computer skills and able to learn electronic documentation systems

• 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

What Works Well Here

Strong DSPs are patient, dependable, proactive, and able to stay calm when situations become challenging. You should be comfortable taking initiative, working as part of a team, receiving feedback, and adapting when needs or plans change in a fast-paced environment. Supporting independence also means knowing when to help and when to coach someone through a task so they can do more for themselves.

Additional Information

We believe in supporting not only those we serve but also each other, ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment for all. Dungarvin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any legally protected status per federal and/or state law.

Ready to start your journey? Apply today! Your next meaningful career move starts here. Together, we can create a better tomorrow for the people we serve and the communities we live in.

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