Caregiver

Sevita•Joliet, IL

19h•$19•Onsite

About The Position

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The company believes every person has the right to live well and deserves a fulfilling career. As a Caregiver at Sevita, you will join a mission-driven team, develop meaningful relationships with individuals, and be empowered by leaders to do what is right for participants. You will help people grow, learn, and live well, taking initiative to help them be part of the community and enjoy their favorite activities. The role involves supporting participants with developmental goals such as budgeting, exercise, and nutrition, assisting with personal hygiene, and supporting individuals with behavioral challenges and other complex needs. Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care, dedicated to providing quality services and individualized supports for over 50 years to 50,000 individuals across the U.S. with physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Communication skills
Adaptability skills
Multi-tasking skills
Teamwork skills
Time-management skills
Patient behavior
Compassionate behavior
Reliable behavior
Responsible behavior
Valid Driver's license
Access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance

Nice To Haves

Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination

Responsibilities

Help people grow, learn, and live well
Develop real, meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve
Experience ownership and trust from your leaders to do what’s right for participants
Take initiative to help participants be part of the community and enjoy their favorite activities
Support participants with developmental goals like budgeting, exercise, and nutrition
Assist people with their personal hygiene
Support individuals who can have behavioral challenges and other complex needs

Benefits

Competitive Pay
Pay on Demand
Full benefits package for full-time employees
401(k) with a 3% company match
Paid time off
Holiday pay
Network of Support: Supervisors who care deeply about the participants and your wellbeing
Job Security: A stable job at an established, growing company
Learning and Development: We invest in your development and provide the tools and training you need to have a fulfilling career

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