Direct Support Professional

Sevita; Alvarado (TX); On-site; USD 11,020 - 13,776; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Supportive supervisors

Job security

Training programs

Job summary

Sevita’s ResCare Community Living division is hiring a caregiver to support individuals with developmental needs in home and community settings. You’ll help with personal care, daily activities, and developing life skills while building meaningful relationships.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, at least six months in human services, strong communication, adaptability, and teamwork. A valid driver's license and insured vehicle are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination preferred.
• Strong communication, adaptability, multitasking, teamwork, and time management.
• Behaviors: patient, compassionate, reliable, responsible.
• Valid driver’s license and access to insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assist participants with personal hygiene and daily living activities.
• Support individuals with developmental goals and community integration.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Multitasking

Teamwork

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

ResCare Community Living, a part of the Sevita family, provides quality services that empower individuals, enhance independence, and help people live well. Since 1974, we’ve supported individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live more independently at home and in their community. With our dedicated team and experienced staff, we provide person-centered services that help people build skills, overcome challenges, and reach their full potential.

Pay Rate

$9.00 per hour

Thrive as a caregiver at Sevita

Each day, you’ll be proud of rewarding work helping people grow, learn, and live well. You’ll develop real, meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve. You’ll experience ownership and trust from your leaders to do what’s right for participants. You’ll take initiative to help participants be part of the community and enjoy their favorite activities. You’ll 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.

Benefits

• Competitive pay on demand and a full benefits package for full‑time employees, including a 401(k) with a 3% company match.
• Paid time off plus holiday pay to recharge.
• Supportive supervisors who care deeply about the participants and your well‑being.
• Job security in a stable, growing company.
• Learning and development opportunities and training.

What you’ll bring

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination preferred.
• Knowledge of communication, adaptability, multi‑tasking, teamwork, and time‑management.
• Behaviors: patient, compassionate, reliable, responsible.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance.

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.