Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

Job OpportunitySame skills. Different setting. Better schedule.Already working as a Direct Support Professional, RBT, Behavior Technician, Paraprofessional, Job Coach, Respite Provider, Caregiver, or other human services professional?Your experience can transfer directly into Dungarvin.Our Day Program is an active, hands-on setting where you'll teach life skills, lead activities, support behaviors and personal care, get into the community, and help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities build greater independence.This is not residential care. There are no overnight shifts and no weekend shifts.You may spend part of the day leading a cooking or art activity, helping someone practice communication or money-management skills, supporting a community outing, providing personal care, or helping someone work through a behavioral challenge.Relevant hands-on experience preferred.Job ResponsibilitiesWhat You'll Actually Do:Lead cooking, art, music, recreation, and life-skills activitiesTeach and reinforce skills that build greater independenceSupport community outings and volunteer activitiesProvide personal care, including restroom, hygiene, eating, and mobility supportProvide behavioral support and use trained de-escalation techniquesSupport individuals with different communication needs, including nonverbal communicationFollow individualized support and behavior plansDrive company vehicles for outings and community activitiesComplete accurate electronic documentationPrepare, clean, and reset program areasWork closely with your team to maintain a safe, positive, and consistent environmentOur Day Program is built around engagement. DSPs actively participate, encourage individuals, adapt activities when needed, and help each person participate at their own ability level.Strong DSPs stay calm, pay attention, take initiative, communicate with their team, accept feedback, and adjust when something isn't working. They understand that supporting independence means coaching someone through a task instead of automatically doing it for them.If that sounds familiar, you'll understand this job.Experience Matters Here:We're looking for candidates who already have experience supporting people with intellectual or developmental disabilities, behavioral needs, personal care needs, or similar support needs.Relevant experience may include work as a:Direct Support Professional (DSP), Behavior Technician, Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), Paraprofessional, Teacher's Aide, Respite Provider, Community Support Worker, Job Coach, Employment Specialist, or similar human services professional.Your experience may come from a Day Program, group home, residential setting, school, behavioral program, respite services, employment services, or community-based program.Experience with intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral support, life-skills training, personal care, nonverbal communication, or community-based services is especially valuable.QualificationsWho We're Looking For:6+ months relevant hands-on support experience preferredMust be 21 years or olderHighschool Diploma or GEDValid driver's license and ability to drive a company vanComfortable providing personal care and behavioral supportAbility to respond appropriately during behavioral and emergency situationsBasic computer skills and able to learn electronic documentation systemsGood 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 membersAbility to lift and transfer 50 lbs.You May Be a Great Fit If You Are:Patient without being passivePositive, encouraging, and dependableComfortable taking initiativeAble to stay calm under pressureWilling to give and receive feedbackComfortable working as part of a teamCreative enough to make activities engagingComfortable providing personal care and behavioral supportAble to build genuine relationships while maintaining appropriate boundariesCommitted to choice, dignity, respect, and greater independence for the people you supportPerks & BenefitsCompetitive Pay: $23.50/hourFull Range Scale: $23.50 - $26.20 per hour. The starting rate for this position is fixed at $23.50 per hour. Pay increases occur over time and are tied to tenure/length of employment with Dungarvin.Reliable 32.5 hour scheduleMonday - Friday work schedule with weekends off!Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for eligible employeesSupplemental InsuranceFlex Spending and HSA Accounts for eligible employeesPet InsuranceLife Insurance for eligible employees401 K plan with up to 3% employer match for eligible employeesPAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employeesGrowth and Development OpportunitiesEmployee Referral ProgramEmployee Assistance ProgramNational Brand DiscountsTapcheck - early pay accessPAID training and orientationIf you already have relevant experience and want a Direct Support Professional role where you can teach, engage, support, and help adults build greater independence, we'd like to hear from you.Apply today to join Dungarvin as a Direct Support Professional.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.Location: Santa Rosa, CA