Experienced Direct Support Professional (DSP) Job at Dungarvin, Albuquerque, NM

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  • Dungarvin
  • Albuquerque, NM

Job Description



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, working alongside them to provide person centered supports that allow people to live independently as possible. You’ll work directly with people in need of assistance, and/or living with intellectual or developmental disabilities, or other complex medical needs. 

With services in 15 states, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference—one person, one voice, one choice at a time. We encourage you to embrace this opportunity to impact someone’s life.

Schedule:  Full-time and part-time shifts available for AM, PM, and NOC.  

Wage:  Starting at $16.90/hour 

Perks/Benefits:

  • Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance 
  • Supplemental Insurance 
  • Flex Spending and HSA Accounts
  • Pet Insurance 
  • Life Insurance 
  • 401 K plan with 3% employer match at one year of services 
  • PAID TIME OFF (PTO) accrual -
  • PTO Donation 
  • Growth and Development Opportunities 
  • Employee Referral Program 
  • Scheduled pay increases 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Mileage reimbursement 
  • T-Mobile, Verizon, Dell, and other National Brand Discounts 
  • Tapcheck - access to 50% of your pay before payday.
  • PAID training and orientation.

Job Description



A Direct Support Professional (DSP) caregiver provides direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with mental, intellectual & developmental, and physical disabilities. The ultimate goal is to empower individuals with disabilities to live as independently and comfortably as possible while maintaining their dignity and respect.  We have many programs throughout Albuquerque!

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.
  • Reliable work schedule.
  • Varied day-to-day experiences; no two days are the same.

What You Get to Do: 

  • Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
  • Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals we serve.
  • Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, personal hygiene and more.
  • Light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation.
  • Build relationships with persons served and teammates.
  • Attend special community occasions and fun activities like outdoor walks, games, and social events.
  • Transport persons served to appointments or other activities outside the home.
  • Empower people with disabilities to live life to the fullest.
  • Document progress, milestones, and action steps.

We are looking for individuals to work at our program with persons served who may exhibit challenging interfering behaviors, such as physical aggressions, verbal aggressions and property destruction. To be successful in this role we are looking for candidates with prior experience with intense high behaviors, both verbal and physical. You will provide supports to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, people who are faced with metal health, behavioral, and/or significant medical challenges.

We are looking to hire staff who are patient, have good decision making and experience working with behavioral management or crisis plans. 

Prior IDD, mental health, psychiatric, and/or security experience is strongly preferred. 

Qualifications



What Makes You A Great Fit:

  • Person-centered, patient, and kind
  • Dependable, adaptable, flexible
  • Observant and detail oriented
  • Positive role-model for others and able to work on a team
  • Committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment
  • Computer skills for documentation
  • 18 years or older
  • Successful clearance of a criminal background check for licensing requirement

Additional Information



At Dungarvin, diversity and inclusion are a part of what makes our organization strong. Together, we can continue to work towards an inclusive culture that supports our employees and persons served. Dungarvin is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

11/25

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Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Shift work, Night shift,

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