Direct Support Professional​/Caregiver

Welcome to Dungarvin Support Living, formerly known as Aacres. We are a mission‑driven team dedicated to providing person‑centered support services that enable people to live independently. Since 1976, we have met people where they are and worked alongside them to provide supports for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, complex medical needs, and other challenges.

• Wage: $17.50 per hour (Full range: $17.50 – $19.50)
• Schedule: Variety of shifts (7am–3pm, 3pm–11pm)
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for eligible employees
• Supplemental insurance
• Flexible spending and HSA accounts (full‑time employees)
• Pet insurance
• Life insurance for eligible employees
• 401(k) plan with up to 3% employer match (eligible employees)
• Paid time off (PTO) for eligible employees
• Growth and development opportunities
• Employee referral program
• Employee assistance program
• National brand discounts
• Tapcheck—early pay access
• Paid training and orientation

• Personal care and hygiene tasks
• Monitor health needs, including medications and special diets, and notify supervisor of any outstanding needs
• Grocery shopping and meal preparation
• Plan outings and activities
• Perform housekeeping and laundry duties (cleaning, organizing, maintaining a safe and tidy living environment, washing, drying, folding, and putting away clothes and linens)
• Help set goals and learn new skills and hobbies
• Assist in developing positive behavior supports by providing feedback about the individual’s preferences
• Participate in the formulation and implementation of individual treatment plans (including data collection, report‑writing, participation in treatment team meeting, and carrying out treatment team recommendations)
• Provide lift and transfer assistance (may include non‑ambulatory individuals) requiring ability to carry and maneuver up to 50 or more pounds of unbalanced weight
• Build healthy habits and relationships
• Support positive behavior and boundaries
• Maintain well‑being and safety by following plans and reporting guidelines

• 18+ years of age or older
• 1 year of caregiving experience (preferred)
• Good communication skills (reading, writing, and documenting care, following support plans, and collaborating with both internal and external team members)

All information will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Entry level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

Individual and Family Services

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