Caregiver

Sevita; Kingston (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Full benefits

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Sevita’s Mentor Community Services in Kingston is hiring a caregiver to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in community-based settings. The role offers $16/hour, with a full-time schedule that includes weekend shifts and a rotating week plan, requiring a compassionate, patient approach.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living, promoting independence, and coaching participants toward personal goals.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Driver’s License for at least 12 months and willing to transport clients in company van.
• Must be available to attend 1 week of paid orientation, Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.
• Must be willing to work with individuals who may display high behaviors, including physical and verbal aggression.

Responsibilities

• Provide rewarding care to help people grow, learn, and live well.
• Develop real, meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve.
• Demonstrate ownership and trust from leaders to do what’s right for participants.
• Assist participants with personal hygiene and support those with behavioral challenges and other complex needs.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Time-management

Education

High School Diploma

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.

KINGSTON CAREGIVER

Pay: $16/hour

Schedule: Full-time: up to 40 hrs/week ( Saturday 7am-3pm, Sunday 7am-4pm, Monday 2pm-11pm, Tuesday 8pm-7am, Wednesday 8pm-7am = 40 hours/week)

Please Read The Requirements Carefully

• Must have a valid Driver’s License for at least 12 months after receiving your permit/intermediate and willing to transport clients in company van
• Must be available to attend 1 week of paid orientation Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Must be willing to work with individuals who may display high behaviors, including physical and verbal aggression

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
• 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

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.