Compassionate Direct Support Specialist

Sevita; Amherstdale (WV); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

REM Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 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.

We are seeking individuals for non-exempt, hourly roles offering full-time or part-time opportunities. The position includes responsibilities in direct support, health care coordination, documentation, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Six months of experience in human services preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Working knowledge of computers.

Responsibilities

• Direct Support: Provides direct support or assistance in accordance with individual service or program plans; assists with socialization and behavioral development, personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community orientation, shopping, financial management, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.
• Records: Accurately documents progress and activity; reviews records and logs to stay abreast of changes in service plans; maintains confidentiality.
• Management of Individuals’ Assets: Makes cost-effective and appropriate purchases within the budget of the individual served and according to their choice / preference.
• Relationships: Maintains healthy and professional relationships with individuals, friends, families, guardians and case managers; greets family members and other visitors; implements Sevita Customer Service Standards.
• Reporting: Reports any instance of alleged abuse or neglect according to internal and external standards; reports medical, behavioral and other incidents in accordance with Sevita policy and external requirements.
• Rights: Maintains confidentiality, respects the rights of persons being served, according to applicable the bill of rights; practices universal precautions; assists individuals in exercising their rights.

Skills

Working with computers

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Six months of experience in human services preferred

Must be 18 years of age

Working knowledge of computers

Job description

REM Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 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.

We are seeking individuals for non-exempt, hourly roles offering full-time or part-time opportunities. The position includes responsibilities in direct support, health care coordination, documentation, and