Direct Care Staff

Sevita • Rochester, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

REM Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, is dedicated to providing community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The organization operates under the belief that every person has the right to live well and deserves a fulfilling career. As a Direct Care Staff member, you will join a mission-driven team, fostering meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve. The role emphasizes helping participants grow, learn, and live well, while also empowering staff with ownership and trust from leadership to make appropriate decisions for participants. Key aspects of the role include taking initiative to integrate participants into the community and engage them in their favorite activities. You will also be responsible for supporting individuals with various developmental goals, such as budgeting, exercise, and nutrition. Furthermore, the position requires assisting individuals with personal hygiene and providing support to those who may present behavioral challenges or have other complex needs. Sevita, with over 50 years of experience, is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care, committed to delivering quality services and individualized supports that promote growth and independence for the 50,000 individuals served by its 40,000 team members across the U.S.

Requirements

• No High School Diploma required
• No experience required
• 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

Responsibilities

• Be proud of rewarding work helping 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees