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Direct Care Staff

$15.25 - $22 per hour

Sevita

REM 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. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a career well lived.     

Direct Support Professional (Onsite, Full-time & Part Time) 

*Must have had a valid driver’s license for 1 full year, without restrictions*

Starting Pay: $15.25 - $22 per hour (depending on program) | On-Demand Pay | Referral Bonus Program

No experience required; we provide paid training!

Launch your career in human services with a team that invests in you. As a full-time DSP at Sevita, you’re gaining more than just experience—you’re building a foundation in healthcare and advocacy. We provide the training; you provide the compassion. Join us to develop professional skills while forming life-changing connections with the individuals we serve.

What You'll Do:

  • Support individuals in reaching personal and developmental goals, from budgeting and nutrition to community activities and recreation.

  • Build strong, trusting relationships as a mentor, advocate, and friend.

  • Take initiative every day in a role where your ideas and dedication are valued.

  • Assist with daily living activities such as meal preparation, medication administration, personal care, and outings.

  • Promote inclusion by helping individuals engage with their communities and enjoy their favorite events.

Why Sevita: 

  • Starting Pay: $15.25 - $22 per hour (dependent on program)
  • On-Demand Pay - access your earnings when you need them!
  • Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) with company match 
  • Paid time off and holiday pay 
  • Opportunities to grow and advance

Qualifications (Requirements): 

  • Valid driver's license for at least 1 year
  • Access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance (for some programs)

  • A clean driving record


  • High School Diploma or GED (for some programs)

  • Must be 18 years or older

  • Successful clearance of background checks 

Apply now and start your rewarding career with Sevita—where your work truly matters!

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.

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