Direct Support Professional

Sevita; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay on Demand

401(k)

Paid time off for full-time employees

Holiday pay

Employee Referral Program

Learning and Development resources

Job summary

Sevita in Columbus, Ohio, seeks a compassionate caregiver to provide support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role includes assisting with personal hygiene and helping individuals reach their developmental goals.

This part-time job offers a starting wage of $17 hourly and includes shifts on weekends, with a full benefits package for full-time employees. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and experience in a related field.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience with intellectual disabilities, behavioral health, or mental health preferred.
• Patient, compassionate, reliable, and responsible behaviors are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with their personal hygiene.
• Support participants with developmental goals like budgeting and exercise.
• Help individuals who may have behavioral challenges.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Time-management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Valid Driver's License

Registered Vehicle with Proof of Insurance

Job description

REM Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, 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.

Hire wage is $17 hourly

This position requires someone who has had a Drivers License for at least 1 year (post permit) and a clean driving record that meets Sevita’s insurability policy.

Positions include weekend shifts as scheduled

Part Time Monday 2p-11:30p, Tuesday and Friday 2:30p-10p with Every Other weekend 8:30a-4p

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

• Pay on Demand
• Full compensation/benefits package for full-time employees.
• 401(k)
• Paid time off for full-time employees
• Holiday pay.
• Employee Referral Program
• 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 Intellectual disabilities, behavioral health, or mental health preferred
• Skills: Communication, adaptability, multi-tasking, teamwork, time-management
• Behaviors: Patient, compassionate, reliable, responsible
• Vehicle: 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.