Direct Support Professional Part-Time

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.

Pay

$19.25 an hour

Schedule

Every other Saturday/Sunday, 2:00 pm–10:00 pm (8-hour shifts)

Responsibilities

• Assist people with personal hygiene
• Support individuals who may have behavioral challenges and other complex needs
• Help participants develop and achieve developmental goals such as budgeting, exercise, and nutrition
• Take initiative to help participants be part of the community and enjoy their favorite activities
• Develop meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination (preferred)
• Valid Driver’s license held for at least one year (post-permit)
• Clean Motor Vehicle Registration record that meets Sevita’s insurability policy
• Access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance

Skills & Behaviors

• Communication
• Adaptability
• Multi-tasking
• Teamwork
• Time-management
• Patient
• Compassionate
• Reliable
• Responsible

Benefits

• Competitive pay with Pay on Demand
• Full benefits package for full-time employees, including a 401(k) with a 3% company match
• Paid time off plus holiday pay
• Supervisors who care deeply about participants and your well-being
• Stable job at an established, growing company
• Learning and development opportunities, including tools and training for a fulfilling career