Direct Support Professional
About The Position
Direct Support Professional - IDD Services. This role involves assisting people with their personal hygiene and supporting individuals who may have behavioral challenges and other complex needs. The ideal candidate is compassionate, patient, and finds meaning in this type of work, offering a promising future at Sevita. Each day, you will help people grow, learn, and live well, develop meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve, and experience ownership and trust from leaders. You will take initiative to help participants be part of the community and enjoy their favorite activities, and support participants with developmental goals like budgeting, exercise, and nutrition.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance
- Communication skills
- Adaptability
- Multi-tasking skills
- Teamwork skills
- Time-management skills
- Patient
- Compassionate
- Reliable
- Responsible
Nice To Haves
- Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination
Responsibilities
- Assist people with their personal hygiene
- Support individuals who can have behavioral challenges and other complex needs
- Help participants be part of the community and enjoy their favorite activities
- Support participants with developmental goals like budgeting, exercise, and nutrition
Benefits
- Pay on Demand
- Full benefits package for full-time employees
- 401(k) with a 3% company match
- Paid time off
- Holiday pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
