Direct Support Professional
Sevita · Lancaster, OH
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Direct Support Professional
@ SevitaDirect Support Professional
About the job
Sevita provides community-based health care for individuals with disabilities. We seek caring, responsible DSPs to support personal needs, behavioral challenges, and foster independence in a rewarding, mission-driven environment.
Requirements
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Patience
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Six months experience preferred
- Valid Driver's license
- Reliable vehicle with insurance
- Age 18+
Full job description
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
3p-9p Monday, with 3p-11p Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Every other weekend
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
- 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 is required
- Age Requirement: Minimum 18yrs of age
- Experience: Six months of experience 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
Come join our amazing team of committed and caring professionals. 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.
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.