Direct Support Professional

Job overview

Direct Support Professional is an onsite, part-time role in Kokomo, IN, paying $15.75 per hour. Dungarvin provides person-centered support to people with intellectual or developmental disabilities and other complex medical needs. The professional provides hands-on assistance and guidance to help individuals live as independently and comfortably as possible while maintaining dignity and respect. The role also supports safety, personal growth, and daily living needs.

What you'll do

• Provide caregiving assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance
• support comfort, safety, and personal growth
• assist with mobility, dressing, bathing, toileting, and hygiene
• perform housekeeping and laundry
• transport people served as required.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct support professional

kokomo in

dungarvin

part-time

disability support

daily living assistance

caregiving

person-centered support

$15.75/hr

driver's license required

weekend and holiday availability

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for full-time employees
• supplemental and life insurance
• 401(k) with up to 3% employer match
• paid time off
• employee discounts
• paid training and mentorship
• mileage reimbursement.

Why this role

A valid driver’s license and comfort transporting people served are required. Some positions or locations may require a personal vehicle and auto liability insurance. The posting notes a $1,500 sign-on/retention bonus for select programs and varied schedules that may include weekends and holidays.

About the employer

Dungarvin is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.