Direct Support Caregiver

REM Community Services

Sevita family provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We believe everyone deserves a fulfilling career and an opportunity to live well.

Join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day.

Hire wage is $17 hourly.

This position requires someone who has had a Drivers License for at least 1 year (post permit) and a clean driving record that meets Sevita’s insurability policy.

Positions include weekend shifts as scheduled.

Full Time: Wednesday, Friday, Every other weekend 8a-1p with Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Every other weekend (same weekend) 4p-8p.

What you’ll do

• 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

• Pay on Demand
• Full compensation/benefits package for full-time employees.
• 401(k)
• Paid time off for full-time employees
• Holiday pay.
• Employee Referral Program
• 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

What you’ll bring to Sevita

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent, proof of education required.
• Age Requirement: Minimum 18 years of age.
• Experience: Six months of experience in Intellectual disabilities, behavioral health, or mental health preferred.
• Skills: Communication, adaptability, multi-tasking, teamwork, time-management.
• Behaviors: Patient, compassionate, reliable, responsible.
• Vehicle: Valid Driver's license and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.