Virtual Hiring Event - Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) / Caregivers - Oct 8th & Oct 15th

This Is Not Your Typical DSP Position

Our Santa Rosa Day Program is an active group environment where DSPs spend their day teaching, mentoring, engaging, and supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in small groups that are part of a larger group. 

What You'll Actually Do: 

• Lead cooking, art, music, recreation, and life-skills activities
• 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
• Support individuals with verbal and nonverbal communication needs
• Follow individualized support and behavior plans
• Drive company vehicles for outings and community activities
• Complete accurate electronic documentation
• Prepare, clean, and reset program areas
• Work with your team to maintain a safe, positive, and consistent environment

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

Relevant backgrounds may include Direct Support Professional (DSP), Caregiver, 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.

What We're Looking For

• 6+ months experience supporting adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities, highly preferred
• Must be 21 years or older
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive a company van
• Comfortable providing personal care and behavioral support
• Ability to lift and transfer up to 50 pounds
• Strong communication and basic computer skills
• Dependable, adaptable, engaged, and comfortable taking initiative
• Teamwork and ability to receive feedback 
• Coaching, mentoring, and teaching experience is a huge plus.  

Ready to make your next move?  If you are an experienced DSP who enjoys teaching, mentoring, staying active, and helping people build greater independence, we want to hear from you.  

Apply today to participate in our Virtual Hiring Event!

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.

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