Caregiver: Empower Lives, Build Skills, Find Purpose

Sevita; Abingdon (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & benefits

Paid time off & holidays

Supportive supervisors

Job security

Learning & development

Job summary

Sevita is seeking a compassionate caregiver to support individuals with developmental disabilities at home and in the community in Abingdon, Virginia. You’ll assist with personal hygiene, help participants maintain dignity, and support daily activities while promoting independence and safety.

This role emphasizes building meaningful relationships, encouraging participation in community activities, and helping participants work toward goals like budgeting, exercise, and nutrition.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination preferred.
• Strong communication, adaptability, and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist participants with personal hygiene and daily living activities.
• Support participants with behavioral challenges and complex needs.
• Help participants achieve developmental goals like budgeting, exercise, and nutrition.
• Build meaningful relationships and encourage participation in community activities.
• Ensure safety and promote independence for participants.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Time-management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sevita is seeking a compassionate caregiver to support individuals with developmental disabilities at home and in the community in Abingdon, Virginia. You’ll assist with personal hygiene, help participants maintain dignity, and support daily activities while promoting independence and safety.

This role emphasizes building meaningful relationships, encouraging participation in community activities, and helping participants work toward goals like budgeting, exercise, and nutrition.