Direct Support Professional - Sevita
Harrisonville, MO
About the Job
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. 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/Caregiver - $18hr + paid training!
Would you like to make a difference every day in someone’s life? Based in community settings, and working closely with our clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans, DSPs provide assistance and strategies to the individuals we serve to live as independently as possible.
+ Transportation and support out in the community: outings/field trips, medical appointments, and shopping.
+ Assist with daily living skills including meal preparation and assist with medication administration.
+ Provide guidance on a range of developmental goals from community participation, household budgeting, exercise, nutrition, and supporting vocational responsibilities.
+ Support persons served with living skills such as: personal hygiene, grooming and/or bathing and toileting
+ Assist individuals we serve to redirect agitated or aggressive behaviors
_Watch this short video to see what a_ _Direct Support Professional (https://vimeo.com/703062727)_ _career looks like!_
Qualifications:
+ High School Diploma or GED, 5 yrs of direct care work can be substituted.
+ Must be minimum of 18 years of age
+ Valid driver’s license in good standing
+ Access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance
+ Successful clearance of background checks
+ A reliable, responsible attitude
+ A compassionate approach and a commitment to quality in everything you do.
_Whether you have previous experience or just a big heart and willingness to learn, we want to hear from you!_
Why Join Us?
+ Competitive starting rate of $18 per hour
+ Daily access to earnings!
+ Variety of schedules – FT/PT/ Relief.
+ Paid training
+ Mileage reimbursement
+ Health benefits - Medical/Dental/ Vision for 30+ hours/week.
+ Paid Time Off – sick & vacation time, personal days and holiday pay.
+ 401(k)
+ Enjoy job security
+ Rewarding work environment
_We have meaningful work for you – come join our team – Apply Today!_
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.
_Sevita is committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and respects the unique talents, experiences, and perspectives of our employees and the people we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law._
Direct Support Professional/Caregiver - $18hr + paid training!
Would you like to make a difference every day in someone’s life? Based in community settings, and working closely with our clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans, DSPs provide assistance and strategies to the individuals we serve to live as independently as possible.
+ Transportation and support out in the community: outings/field trips, medical appointments, and shopping.
+ Assist with daily living skills including meal preparation and assist with medication administration.
+ Provide guidance on a range of developmental goals from community participation, household budgeting, exercise, nutrition, and supporting vocational responsibilities.
+ Support persons served with living skills such as: personal hygiene, grooming and/or bathing and toileting
+ Assist individuals we serve to redirect agitated or aggressive behaviors
_Watch this short video to see what a_ _Direct Support Professional (https://vimeo.com/703062727)_ _career looks like!_
Qualifications:
+ High School Diploma or GED, 5 yrs of direct care work can be substituted.
+ Must be minimum of 18 years of age
+ Valid driver’s license in good standing
+ Access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance
+ Successful clearance of background checks
+ A reliable, responsible attitude
+ A compassionate approach and a commitment to quality in everything you do.
_Whether you have previous experience or just a big heart and willingness to learn, we want to hear from you!_
Why Join Us?
+ Competitive starting rate of $18 per hour
+ Daily access to earnings!
+ Variety of schedules – FT/PT/ Relief.
+ Paid training
+ Mileage reimbursement
+ Health benefits - Medical/Dental/ Vision for 30+ hours/week.
+ Paid Time Off – sick & vacation time, personal days and holiday pay.
+ 401(k)
+ Enjoy job security
+ Rewarding work environment
_We have meaningful work for you – come join our team – Apply Today!_
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.
_Sevita is committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and respects the unique talents, experiences, and perspectives of our employees and the people we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law._
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