Direct Support Professional

Sevita • New Kensington, PA

9h • $17

About The Position

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL / CAREGIVER Location: New Kensington, PAPay Rate - $17/hour Evening shift Available (3pm-11pm Thurs-Sun) On Demand Pay Available/Paid Training THRIVE AS A DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL 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. EVERY PERSON DESERVES A FULFILLING CAREER Competitive Pay: Pay on Demand, Full benefits package for employees full time, including a 401(k) with a 3% company match Time Off: Paid time off plus holiday pay to recharge so you can be your best at work Full compensation/benefits for full-time me employees 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 NO CHHA Certification required

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred but not required
• Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination preferred but not required
• Some sites require prior IDD behavioral care experience
• Communication
• Multi-tasking
• Active Listening
• Patient, compassionate, reliable, responsible
• Valid Standard Driver's license with 1+ years driving experience

Responsibilities

• 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

• Pay on Demand
• Full benefits package for employees full time, including a 401(k) with a 3% company match
• Paid time off plus holiday pay
• Supervisors who care deeply about the participants and your wellbeing
• A stable job at an established, growing company
• 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: High school or GED