Direct Support Professional
Sevita · Belle Vernon, PA · 1 mo ago
OTHR$19/hrFull-time
About the Role
Mentor Community Services, part of the Sevita family, provides community‑based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As a Direct Support Professional you will join a mission‑driven team, develop real, meaningful relationships with participants, and help them grow, learn, and live well.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain meaningful relationships with individuals you serve.
- Support participants in community activities and favorite outings.
- Assist with personal hygiene and daily living tasks.
- Help participants achieve developmental goals such as budgeting, exercise, and nutrition.
- Provide support for individuals with behavioral challenges and other complex needs.
- Take initiative to promote community inclusion and independence.
Requirements
- Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Experience: Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination preferred.
- Skills: Strong communication, adaptability, multitasking, teamwork, and time‑management.
- Behaviors: Patient, compassionate, reliable, and responsible.
- Vehicle: Valid driver’s license with at least one year of driving experience, access to a registered vehicle, and proof of insurance.
Benefits
- Full benefits package for full‑time employees, including a 401(k) with a 3% company match.
- Paid time off plus holiday pay.
- Supportive supervisors who care about participants and employee well‑being.
- Job security with a stable, growing company.
- Learning and development opportunities, including tools and training for career growth.
Pay
$19.00 per hour with on‑demand pay available.
Schedule
Full‑time Day/Evening shift: 7 am – 11 pm, Monday‑Thursday; Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 7 am – 3 pm.