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Direct Support Professional

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Compensation
$19/hr
Location
Hokendauqua, PA
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Sevita is hiring a Direct Support Professional. Sevita seeks a Direct Support Professional to provide community‑based care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Whitehall, PA, offering a mission‑driven environment, competitive hourly pay, and a full benefits package for full‑time staff.

Key focus areas include Be proud of rewarding work helping people grow, learn, and live well, Develop real, meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve, and Experience ownership and trust from your leaders to do what’s right for participants.

Preferred (not required): Communication, Adaptability, Multi-Tasking, and Collaboration.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CommunicationAdaptabilityMulti-TaskingCollaborationTime-Management

Qualifications

Valid Driver's License1+ Years Driving ExperienceHigh School Diploma or EquivalentSix Months Human Services Experience

Benefits

401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

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 - IDD Services

Location: Whitehall, PA

Pay Rate: $19/hour

Evening/Overnight shift available (Sat/Sun 11pm-7am & Thurs/Fri 3pm-11pm)32hours

Valid Driver's License REQUIRED (unrestricted / 1+ years)

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

  • Competitive Pay: Pay on Demand , Full benefits package for full-time employees, including a 401(k) with a 3% company match

  • Time Off: Paid time off plus holiday pay to recharge so you can be your best at work

  • 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 preferred

  • Experience: Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination preferred

  • Skills: Communication, adaptability, multi-tasking, teamwork, time-management

  • Behaviors: Patient, compassionate, reliable, responsible

  • Valid Driver's License with 1+ years' driving experience

Apply today and explore careers, well lived at Sevita.

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.

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