Direct Care Staff

Sevita; Kenner (LA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Sevita is hiring caregivers to support individuals with developmental disabilities in community settings. You’ll assist with personal care, help participants pursue goals, and encourage engagement in community activities, under supportive leadership.

Ideal candidates have at least six months in human services, hold a high school diploma or equivalent, and possess a valid driver’s license. This role emphasizes compassion, reliability, and teamwork in daily responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination preferred.
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's license for at least a year.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist participants with personal hygiene and daily living activities.
• Support participants in achieving developmental goals like budgeting, exercise, and nutrition.
• Help participants participate in community activities and socialize.
• Maintain patient, compassionate, and reliable interactions with individuals.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Time-management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sevita 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.

Pay : $11.75-12.25

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 for at least a year

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.