Direct Support Professional

Sevita • Phoenix, AZ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The organization believes every person has the right to live well and deserves a fulfilling career. As a Caregiver at Sevita, you will join a mission-driven team, develop meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve, and be empowered to do what’s right for participants. The role involves helping people grow, learn, and live well, taking initiative to help participants be part of the community and enjoy their favorite activities. You will support participants with developmental goals such as budgeting, exercise, and nutrition, and assist with personal hygiene. The position also requires supporting individuals who may have behavioral challenges and other complex needs. Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care, dedicated to providing quality services and individualized supports for growth and independence for over 50 years, serving 50,000 individuals across the U.S. with 40,000 team members.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Communication
• Adaptability
• Multi-tasking
• Teamwork
• Time-management
• Patient
• Compassionate
• Reliable
• Responsible
• Valid Driver's license
• Access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance

Nice To Haves

• Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination

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
• 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

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