Virtual Hiring Event Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) Caregivers August 20th, 2026

More Than Caregiving

Our Day Program DSPs do much more than provide traditional caregiving support. They coach teach mentor and engage adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout the day.

You may lead activities involving art music games cooking reading life skills community outings volunteering and other enrichment opportunities. The goal is to help each person build skills increase independence participate in their community and have meaningful experiences.

You will also provide hands-on personal care behavioral support and assistance based on each individuals needs.

What Youll Do

• Coach and mentor adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Lead activities workshops and life enrichment opportunities
• Teach daily living skills such as cooking money management communication and community participation
• Encourage independence choice confidence and active participation
• Lead community outings and volunteering opportunities
• Provide personal care and hygiene assistance
• Support individuals who may experience challenging behaviors
• Use positive behavioral support and redirection techniques
• Assist with lifting and transfers when needed
• Complete accurate daily electronic documentation
• Help with cooking cleaning and preparing program spaces
• Work closely with your team to maintain a positive safe and engaging environment

Qualifications :

Who Were Looking For

This is an active hands-on position and we are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys working with and engaging others.

To be considered you must have:  

• 6 months of experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid drivers license and ability to drive a company van
• Ability to work Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
• Ability to lift and transfer up to 50 pounds
• Must be 21 years of age
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn electronic documentation systems
• Comfort providing personal care and behavioral support
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Candidates should be patient dependable adaptable professional and comfortable taking initiative in a busy Day Program environment.

Why Join Dungarvin

• Weekends Off: Enjoy a reliable Monday-Friday work schedule.
• Meaningful Work: See the impact of your work as the people you support learn new skills build confidence and reach their goals.
• Active Workdays: This is not a sit-and-assist position. You will teach engage lead activities participate in outings and stay involved throughout the day.
• Career Growth: Build valuable experience in developmental disabilities and human services while developing skills that can lead to future opportunities.

Additional Information :

Ready to Meet Us

Apply today to participate in our Virtual Hiring Event!

If you are an experienced DSP who enjoys teaching mentoring staying active and helping people build greater independence we want to hear from you.

Join us virtually learn more about the Rohnert Park Day Program and see if Dungarvin could be the right next step for you.

We believe in supporting not only those we serve but also each other ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment for all. Dungarvin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race color religion sex protected veteran status disability genetic information national origin age gender identity sexual orientation or any legally protected status per federal and/or state law.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Part-time