
Direct Support Professional
Alvarado, TXJob$9/hrPosted 4mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago
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Sevita is hiring a Direct Support Professional. Sevita is seeking a compassionate Direct Support Professional to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role involves helping participants live independently, develop skills, and engage in community activities. The ideal candidate will assist with personal hygiene, support behavioral challenges, and foster meaningful relationships.
Key focus areas include Help people grow, learn, and live well, Develop meaningful relationships with individuals served, and Take initiative to help participants be part of the community.
Successful candidates bring High School Diploma and Valid Driver's License. Important skills include Communication, Adaptability, Multi-Tasking, Collaboration, Time-Management, and Patient.
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ResCare Community Living, a part of the Sevita family, provides quality services that empower individuals, enhance independence, and help people live well. Since 1974, we’ve supported individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live more independently at home and in their community. With our dedicated team and experienced staff, we provide person-centered services that help people build skills, overcome challenges, and reach their full potential.
Pay Rate: $9.00/hour
THRIVE AS A CAREGIVER AT SEVITA. EACH DAY, YOU’LL
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Be proud of rewarding work helping people grow, learn, and live well
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Develop real, meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve
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Experience ownership and trust from your leaders to do what’s right for participants
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Take initiative to help participants be part of the community and enjoy their favorite activities
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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
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Competitive Pay: Pay on Demand , Full benefits package for full-time employees, including a 401(k) with a 3% company match
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Time Off: Paid time off plus holiday pay to recharge so you can be your best at work
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Network of Support: Supervisors who care deeply about the participants and your wellbeing
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Job Security: A stable job at an established, growing company
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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
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Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
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Experience: Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination preferred
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Skills: Communication, adaptability, multi-tasking, teamwork, time-management
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Behaviors: Patient, compassionate, reliable, responsible
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Vehicle: Valid Driver's license and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance
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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