Caregiver

Sevita; DeWitt (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

Paid training

Holiday pay

Mileage reimbursement

Career development

Team environment

Referral program bonus

Job summary

Sevita is hiring a Life Skills Trainer/Caregiver in DeWitt, IA, to provide training and supervision for individuals needing assistance with living skills and therapy activities. The role involves overnight shifts (11 pm–7 am) and close collaboration with clinical staff to implement treatment plans.

The job offers 32 hours per week, full-time status, and an hourly pay range of $16.00 to $19.50, depending on experience.

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
• 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

Responsibilities

• Provide training, assistance, and supervision to individuals receiving care in 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

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Empathy

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Driver's license

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.

Life Skills Trainer/Caregiver

32 hours/week - Full-time position available!!

Shift: Overnights (11 pm - 7 am)

Pay: $16.00 - $19.50/hr. Depending on experience!

• 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
• 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

Why Join Us?

• Full, Part-time, and As Needed schedules available
• Paid Time Off and Health benefits for full-time employees.
• Paid training, Holiday pay, Mileage reimbursement
• 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
• Employee Referral Program bonus opportunities for eligible roles

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.