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. Sevita believes every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. The role involves joining a mission-driven team and creating relationships that motivate. The Direct Support Professional will be proud of rewarding work helping people grow, learn, and live well, develop meaningful relationships with individuals served, experience ownership and trust from leaders, take initiative to help participants be part of the community and enjoy their favorite activities, and support participants with developmental goals like budgeting, exercise, and nutrition. The role also includes assisting people with personal hygiene and supporting individuals who may have behavioral challenges and other complex needs. Compassionate, patient individuals will find a promising future at Sevita.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Communication skills
- Adaptability
- Multi-tasking skills
- Teamwork skills
- Time-management skills
- Patient demeanor
- Compassionate nature
- Reliability
- Responsibility
- Valid Driver's license (minimum 1 year old)
- Access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance
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: $17.25/hour
- 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
