Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional

Company: Sevita

Job Description

Mentor 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. Join us today and experience a career well lived.

Pay Rate: $18/hour

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 and support individuals who can have behavioral challenges and other complex needs.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: Hourly pay of $18.00/hr and a full benefits package for employees working 30+ hours/week, 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.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Documented 5 years of caregiving experience can be substituted for education.
• Skills: Communication, multi-tasking, adaptability, teamwork, time management.
• Behaviors: Patient, compassionate, reliable, responsible.
• Vehicle: Valid Driver's license and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance.