Direct Support Caregiver

About the role

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You'll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day.

Responsibilities

• Based in community settings, within a program, and working closely with our clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
• 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.
• Aid in daily living skills including meal preparation and assist with medication administration.
• Guide individuals 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.
• Absorb and redirect agitated or aggressive behaviors.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• Six months of experience in human services preferred.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance.
• Successful clearance of background checks.

Qualifications

• A reliable, responsible attitude.
• A compassionate approach and a commitment to quality in everything you do.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of community resources and services.
• Basic computer skills.

Benefits

Full, Part-time, and As Needed schedules available
Full compensation/benefits package for full-time employees.
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holiday pay
Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers.
Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time schedule: M-F 8:45am-3:15pm

Sevita

Mentor Community Services is a part of the Sevita family, 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.