Direct Support Professional Part Time

Sevita • Knoxville, TN

69d

About The Position

THRIVE AS A CAREGIVER AT SEVITA. EACH DAY, YOU’LL 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. You’ll assist people with their personal hygiene and support individuals who can have behavioral challenges and other complex needs. If you’re compassionate, patient, and find meaning in this type of work, you'll find a promising future at Sevita.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination preferred
• Skills in communication, adaptability, multi-tasking, teamwork, and time-management
• Behaviors: Patient, compassionate, reliable, responsible
• Valid Driver's license and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance

Responsibilities

• Help people grow, learn, and live well
• Develop meaningful relationships with individuals served
• Experience ownership and trust from leaders
• Take initiative to help participants engage in community activities
• Support participants with developmental goals like budgeting, exercise, and nutrition
• Assist individuals with personal hygiene
• Support individuals with behavioral challenges and complex needs

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: Pay on Demand
• Full benefits package for full-time employees, including a 401(k) with a 3% company match
• Paid time off plus holiday pay
• Supportive supervisors who care about participants and employee wellbeing
• Job security at an established, growing company
• Investment in employee development and training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees