Compassionate Direct Support Specialist

Sevita; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

ResCare Community Living, a part of the Sevita family, provides quality services that empower individuals, enhance independence, and help people live well in Sanford, NC. This non-exempt, direct-support position supports a program serving 4–6 individuals in residential settings, or up to 10 in periodic programs.

You will help with daily living, health maintenance, medication administration, community integration, and documentation, while maintaining safety, confidentiality, and respectful

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

• Deliver support per individual service/program plans, including socialization, health maintenance, medication administration, skill/behavioral development.
• Assist with daily activities: Personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community integration, shopping, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.
• Accurately document progress and activity; maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computers

Job description

ResCare Community Living, a part of the Sevita family, provides quality services that empower individuals, enhance independence, and help people live well in Sanford, NC. This non-exempt, direct-support position supports a program serving 4–6 individuals in residential settings, or up to 10 in periodic programs.

You will help with daily living, health maintenance, medication administration, community integration, and documentation, while maintaining safety, confidentiality, and respectful