Direct Support Professional

Sevita; Annandale (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

PTO & holidays

Supportive supervisors

Job stability

Learning & development

Job summary

Sevita is seeking compassionate caregivers to support participants with personal hygiene, behavioral challenges, and developmental goals in a community setting. You will help participants grow, learn, and live well with dignity and respect.

Join a team that values patient, reliable care and offers opportunities for growth. A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle are required to support community-based services.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination preferred.
• Strong communication, adaptability, multi-tasking, teamwork, and time management.
• Patient, compassionate, reliable and responsible.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Multitasking

Teamwork

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

Sevita provides community‑based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We are looking for compassionate, patient caregivers to support participants with personal hygiene, behavioral challenges, and developmental goals. If you find meaning in this work, you will have a promising future at Sevita.

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: Pay on Demand for $17/hour; 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

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
• 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
• Vehicle: Valid driver’s license and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance

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.