Direct Support Professional / Caregiver

Baton Rouge, LA, us💼 Full-time💰 $12–$12🗓 2026-09-10 → 2026-09-26

Core

Provide direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with mental, intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities to empower independent living.

Role type

Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

Builds

Safe and healthy living environments for residents with disabilities

Domain

Healthcare / Social Services / Disability Support

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

hands-on assistance, de-escalation of challenging behaviors, daily living task support, documentation, driving

Preferred skills

patience, adaptability, computer skills, valid driver's license, own vehicle with insurance

Responsibilities

Assist with daily living tasks (moving, dressing, bathing, toileting, hygiene), implement positive behavior supports, ensure comfort and safety, document care and follow support plans

Seniority

Entry-level, hands-on IC

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About Dungarvin

At Dungarvin, we are more than a provider of support services; we’re a mission-driven team rooted in respect, inclusion, and person-centered care. Since 1976, we’ve been dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including those with mental health, behavioral, or complex medical needs. Our mission is simple but powerful: respecting and responding to the choices of people in need of supports. This mission guides everything we do; from creating individualized service plans to building strong partnerships with families, teams, and commu