Direct Support Professional

Sevita • Centralia, IL

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About The Position

Sevita is hiring a part-time Direct Support Professional in Centralia, Illinois. The role supports people with developmental goals and helps them grow, learn, live well, participate in their community, and enjoy activities they choose. Responsibilities include building meaningful relationships, supporting goals such as budgeting, exercise, and nutrition, assisting with personal hygiene, and providing support to individuals who may have behavioral challenges and complex needs. New employee orientation will be held at Sevita’s regional office in Swansea, Illinois.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance.
• Patient, compassionate, reliable, and responsible.
• Communication, adaptability, multitasking, teamwork, and time-management skills.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Help participants grow, learn, and live well.
• Build meaningful relationships with the individuals served.
• Take initiative to help participants be part of the community and enjoy their favorite activities.
• Support participants with developmental goals such as budgeting, exercise, and nutrition.
• Assist individuals with personal hygiene.
• Support individuals who may have behavioral challenges and other complex needs.

Benefits

• Pay on Demand.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Full benefits package for full-time employees, including a 401(k) with a 3% company match.
• Supervisors who support participants and employee wellbeing.
• Job security at an established, growing company.
• Learning and development, including tools and training.

What This Job Offers

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