Direct Support Professional
About The Position
Mentor Community Services , a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You'll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a career well lived. Direct Support Professional Location: Canonsburg, PA Hours: Part-Time Evening (3pm-11pm Sat & Mon)16hr Pay Rate: $18/hour On-Demand Pay Available/Paid Training Various Sites throughout Washington, Fayette, Greene, and Westmoreland counties, Pennsylvania - Some homes require prior IDD behavioral experience. 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 full-time employees, 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 employees Network of Support: Supervisors who care deeply about the participants and your well-being 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
- Prior experience in human services preferred - Prior IDD behavioral care experience preferred
- Communication
- Multi-tasking
- Active Listening
- Patient, compassionate, reliable, responsible
- Valid Standard Driver's license with 1+ years driving experience
- Just heart, dependability, and a desire to help others.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in human services preferred
- Prior IDD behavioral care experience preferred
- High School Diploma or equivalent
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 and support individuals who can have behavioral challenges and other 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 to recharge so you can be your best at work
- Full compensation/benefits for full-time employees
- Network of Support
- Supervisors who care deeply about the participants and your well-being
- 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
- Paid Training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
