Community Support Staff / In-Home Supports (IHS)

Company Description

A Little About Us

At Dungarvin, we are more than a national provider of support services—we are a mission-driven organization rooted in respect, inclusion, and person-centered care. Since 1976, we have been committed to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including those with mental health, behavioral, and complex medical needs.

Dungarvin’s mission is simple yet powerful: respecting and responding to the choices of people in need of supports. This mission guides everything we do—from the way we build individualized service plans to how we engage with families, teams, and communities. We believe each person deserves to direct their own life, and we work to ensure their voices are heard and honored.

Operating across fifteen states, our team members—from direct support professionals to administrative staff—share a common purpose: to empower people with disabilities to live meaningful lives, on their own terms. Through Medicaid and Community Support Waivers, we deliver flexible, high-quality services tailored to each individual’s goals, values, and aspirations.

Join our Dungarvin family and help us make a lasting impact—one person, one voice, one choice at a time.

Job Description

**Must be a valid driver

This is a position that provides a personalized blend of in-home and in-community services that focus on the support and skill development a person needs to maintain and/or increase their independence and teach individual life-skills. The goals will look different for each person-served that you provide support to, and this position will work both in-community and in-home settings. Staff will work with multiple person-served and will need to use their own personal vehicle to drive to and from shifts and to transport the person-served. Mileage reimbursement is offered.

**This is not a residential group-home setting

Wage Range: $19.50/hour
*Listed pay range is based on experience level and may vary depending on an individuals skills and qualifications.

Available locations and schedules:

• This position will start part-time and has the potential to grow
• Schedules are subject to change based on the individuals needs

In this position you will have the opportunity to: 

• Assist individuals in a 1:1 in-home and in-community setting as you support them in pursuing a happy, healthy, and more independent life. 
• Assist individuals with daily activities like personal care, meal prep, transportation, housekeeping, and laundry, all while fostering independence.
• Maintain a clean, safe space that ensures comfort and support while helping individuals reach their personal goals.
• Provide skill development in areas including but not limited to: community participation, health, safety and wellness, household management and adaptive skills. 
  • Examples: Accompanying person-served on errands and appointments, budgeting skills, and integrating into social events
• Attend team meetings, write progress reports, and assist supervisors in maintaining consistency in service provision and communication with support team members. 
• Create lasting, positive impacts on peoples’ lives through coaching, mentoring, and encouraging others to reach their goals. 

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old or 21 years old depending on the person-served 
• Education, training, or two years equivalent experience in working with developmentally disabled and/or Mental Illness, as determined by the supervisor. Must be responsible, reliable, and able to carry out job functions without direct supervision.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record, auto liability insurance, and a reliable vehicle to transport person-served (required)
• High school diploma or GED 
• Associates in relevant field OR two years equivalent experience in working with developmentally disabled and/or mental illness, as determined by the supervisor.  
• Willing to drive a 30-mile radius
• Adept in the use of technology and possess a smart device with adequate data  
• Must be flexible and a team player, willing to provide the resources and positive support needed for the person-served
• Good communication is key in this role. You’ll rely on your reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members. 

Additional Information

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for full-time employees
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for full-time employees
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance for full-time employees
• 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of services
• PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
• PTO Donation
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• National Brand Discounts
• Tapcheck – access up to 50% of your pay before payday
• PAID training and orientation

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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