Direct Support Professional
About The Position
Indiana Mentor, a part of the Sevita family, provides Residential and Treatment Foster Care services to youth who may be facing out-of-home placements, transitioning back into the family home or independent living alternatives, or involved in the juvenile justice system. Through personalized programming, the goal is to help youth gain stability, comfort, and confidence to overcome challenges and live well. As a caregiver at Sevita, the role involves helping people grow, learn, and live well, developing meaningful relationships with individuals, and experiencing ownership and trust from leaders. Caregivers are expected to 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 with personal hygiene, and support individuals who can have behavioral challenges and other complex needs. The company emphasizes a mission-driven team and a fulfilling career.
Requirements
- Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
- Skills: Communication, adaptability, multi-tasking, teamwork, time-management
- Behaviors: Patient, compassionate, reliable, responsible
- Vehicle: Valid Driver's license and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance
Nice To Haves
- Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination preferred
Responsibilities
- Help people grow, learn, and live well
- Develop real, meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
