Caregiver

Sevita • Ashland, KY

4d

About The Position

Caregivers at Sevita help people grow, learn, and live well by developing meaningful relationships and supporting participants’ goals and community involvement. The role includes assisting with personal hygiene and supporting individuals who may have behavioral challenges or other complex needs. Caregivers support developmental goals such as budgeting, exercise, and nutrition, and help participants enjoy their favorite activities.

The position pays $14.50 per hour. The listed full-time schedule is Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m., and Monday, 4:00 p.m.–8:00 a.m., for 40 hours. Schedules are based on client needs and may include 16-hour overnight shifts, weekend shifts, and varying hours. Traditional Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. schedules are not offered. Applicants must be available for two weeks of paid orientation, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent if under 21 years of age.
• Communication, adaptability, multitasking, teamwork, and time-management skills.
• Patient, compassionate, reliable, and responsible demeanor.
• Access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance; the vehicle must be reliable and used to transport clients.
• A valid full driver's license held for at least 12 months after receiving a permit or intermediate license; time holding an intermediate license does not count toward the stated one-year requirement.
• Availability to attend two weeks of paid orientation Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Nice To Haves

• Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Help participants grow, learn, and live well.
• Develop meaningful relationships with the individuals served.
• Take initiative to help participants engage in the community and enjoy their favorite activities.
• Support participants with developmental goals, including budgeting, exercise, and nutrition.
• Assist individuals with personal hygiene.
• Support individuals who may have behavioral challenges and other complex needs.

Benefits

• Pay on Demand.
• Full benefits package for full-time employees.
• 401(k) with a 3% company match.
• Paid time off.
• Holiday pay.
• Supervisors who support participants and employee wellbeing.
• Learning and development, including tools and training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED