Direct Support Professional

Sevita • Brick Township, NJ

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About The Position

As a Direct Support Professional at Sevita, you will help people grow, learn, and live well while building meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve. You will support participants in pursuing developmental goals such as budgeting, exercise, and nutrition, and help them participate in their communities and enjoy their favorite activities. The role also includes assisting with personal hygiene and supporting individuals who may have behavioral challenges or other complex needs. Sevita describes the work as a stable opportunity with leadership support, training, and development.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Communication, adaptability, multitasking, teamwork, and time-management skills.
• Patient, compassionate, reliable, and responsible demeanor.
• Valid driver’s license and at least one year of driving experience.
• No certification required.

Responsibilities

• Help participants grow, learn, and live well.
• Build meaningful relationships with the individuals served.
• Support participants in pursuing developmental goals, including budgeting, exercise, and nutrition.
• Help participants be part of the community and enjoy their favorite activities.
• Assist individuals with personal hygiene.
• Support individuals with behavioral challenges and other complex needs.

Benefits

• Pay rate of $19.71 per hour.
• Pay on Demand.
• Full benefits package for full-time employees, including a 401(k) with a 3% company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Supervisors who support participants and employee wellbeing.
• A stable job at an established, growing company.
• Training, tools, and learning and development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED