Direct Support Professional

Caregiver Position At Sevita

ResCare Community Living, a part of the Sevita family, provides quality services that empower individuals, enhance independence, and help people live more independently at home and in their community. Since 1974, we've supported individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live more independently at home and in their community. With our dedicated team and experienced staff, we provide person-centered services that help people build skills, overcome challenges, and reach their full potential.

Payrate: $17.11 / hr

Union Dues: .5% per paycheck

Shift: This position will initially provide 1:1 support for a client attending dialysis appointments. The anticipated schedule is full-time, with shifts on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, the employee will be scheduled for 8-hour shifts to assist with staffing needs at other residential locations. Please note that the 1:1 assignment is temporary and dependent upon the client's ongoing support needs. Once the client no longer requires 1:1 services, the employee will be offered available shifts across our programs and may select a schedule based on operational needs and personal availability.

Mandatory Requirement: This is a driving position. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and be able to verify at least one year of active driving history. If the current license was issued less than one year ago, candidates must provide a motor vehicle record, previous license, or other acceptable documentation demonstrating continuous valid licensure for at least one year. Failure to provide such documentation will result in ineligibility for employment.

Thrive as a caregiver at Sevita. Each day, you'll:

• 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

You'll assist people with their personal hygiene and support individuals who can have behavioral challenges and other complex needs. If you're compassionate, patient, and find meaning in this type of work, you'll find a promising future at Sevita.

Every person deserves a fulfilling career

• Competitive Pay: Pay on Demand, full benefits package for full-time employees, 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

What you'll bring to Sevita

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience: Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination 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

Apply today and explore careers, well lived at Sevita.

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face. We've made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

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.