Direct Support Professional

Sevita • Jackson, TN

6d

About The Position

As a Direct Support Professional at Sevita, you help people grow, learn, and live well while building meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve. You are trusted to take initiative, support participants in being part of the community, and help them enjoy their favorite activities. You will support developmental goals such as budgeting, exercise, and nutrition, assist with personal hygiene, and support individuals who may have behavioral challenges and other complex needs. Sevita provides tools and training to support your development and career.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Help participants grow, learn, and live well.
• Develop meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve.
• Take initiative to help participants participate in 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.
• Full benefits package for full-time employees.
• 401(k) with a 3% company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Supervisors who care about participants and employee wellbeing.
• Job security at an established, growing company.
• Learning and development, including tools and training.

What This Job Offers

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