Direct Support Professional
About The Position
REM 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. Join us for Open Interviews Where: 1220 Industrial Ave Suite C in Hiawatha When: March 11th and 25th from Noon-3pm Insight to what services REM Community Services provides individuals - https://vimeo.com/828350796 This position requires someone who has had a Driver’s License for at least 1 year (post permit) and a clean driving record that meets Sevita’s insurability policy. THRIVE AS A 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!
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Communication skills
- Adaptability
- Multi-tasking
- Teamwork
- Time-management
- Patient
- Compassionate
- Reliable
- Responsible
- Valid Driver's license and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance
- Driver’s License for at least 1 year (post permit)
- clean driving record that meets Sevita’s insurability policy
Responsibilities
- helping 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: $18/hour
- 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
- 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
