Caregiver

Sevita; Chelsea (ME); On-site; USD 21,309 - 30,350; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health benefits for full-time employees

Paid training

Holiday pay

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Sevita in Chelsea, Maine is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide essential care and assistance to individuals with various needs. The position offers a base wage of $18.75 per hour, with increased pay for experience or certain certifications.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities, training individuals, and facilitating community involvement. Full-time employees benefit from paid time off, health benefits, and career advancement opportunities.

This role requires a caring attitude and successful clearance of background checks.

Qualifications

• Six months to one year of experience in the human services field.
• Valid Driver’s License from state of residence for a minimum of 1 year.
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Provide training, assistance and supervision to individuals receiving care.
• Assist with daily activities like meal preparation and personal hygiene.
• Support community involvement by accompanying individuals on outings.

Skills

Training and assistance

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans.

Direct Support Professional

Our base wage is $18.75 /hour, but if you have direct care experience or have certifications such as Certified Registered Medication Aide, you can earn more per hour!

Won't you like to make a difference every day in someone’s life? In this role as a caregiver, you will carry out rewarding work and play a crucial role in the success of our organization.

• Provide training, assistance and supervision to individuals receiving care in the areas of living skills, therapeutic recreation, and other forms of assistance in both residential and community settings.
• Assist with daily activities such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, and medication administration.
• Facilitate the working relationships between employers and individuals served, and support community involvement by accompanying them on outings, or providing transportation to work or other activities.
• Work closely with our clinical staff to support the therapeutic and behavioral plans in place.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Six months to one year of experience in the human services field
• Valid Driver’s License from state of residence for a minimum of 1 year
• Must be minimum of 18 years of age
• Successful clearance of background checks
• A caring attitude with a dedication to assisting others
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication skills
• A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach
• A commitment to quality in everything you do

Benefits

• Paid Time Off and Health benefits for full-time employees.
• Paid training, Holiday pay
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Work with some of the best co-workers you could ask for and see your impact on the lives of those individuals we serve
• A dynamic work environment where no day is ever the same as the next
• Since our funding comes from Federal and State payers, we offer stability, and secure work opportunities

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.