Direct Care Professional

Sevita; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health benefits

Mileage reimbursement

Career development

Holiday pay

Paid training

Job summary

NeuroRestorative, part of Sevita, provides rehabilitation services across communities and ages. The Life Skills Trainer/Caregiver will support individuals in living skills, therapy activities, daily living tasks and transportation to work or activities.

You will collaborate with clinical staff to reinforce treatment plans and enable meaningful day-to-day progress. Full, part-time and as-needed schedules are available; Paid time off, health benefits and mileage reimbursement accompany these roles

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Six months to one year of experience in human services.
• Valid Driver's License from state of residence.
• Must be minimum 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 in living skills and other areas.
• Assist with daily activities such as meal prep, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning and medication administration.
• Facilitate relationships between employers and individuals served and support community involvement.
• Work closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.

Skills

Caring attitude

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Reliable attitude

Compassionate approach

Quality focus

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

Would you like to make a difference every day in someone’s life? In this role you will carry out rewarding work and play a crucial role in the success of our organization.

• 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

Sevika 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.