Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver - Float (Lake/Porter County)

What You Get To Do:
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. Floats fill in at different programs around Lake and Porter County. The schedule is varied (days/evenings/weekends).
Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
Coordinate services for the individuals served, including finance, medical, recreation, program services, family contact/involvement, education, and household management.
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.
Perform housekeeping and laundry duties, including cleaning, organizing, maintaining a safe and tidy living environment, and washing, drying, folding, and putting away clothes and linens.
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.
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 Makes You A Great Fit:
18 years or older
Valid Drivers License (due to transporting persons served)
Candidates must be comfortable driving company vehicles to transport persons served as required
Some positions/locations may require your own personal vehicle and auto liability insurance based on the role
Prior Caregiving Experience
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
A successful background clearance is required as part of the onboarding/employment process

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No