Direct Support Professional

Sevita; Long Valley (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay on Demand

Full benefits package

Paid time off plus holiday pay

401(k) with 3% company match

Comprehensive training programs

Job summary

Sevita in Long Valley, NJ is hiring a Direct Support Professional to provide community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will help participants grow and live well through meaningful work and personalized support.

The position offers competitive pay at $19.71/hr along with full benefits, including a 401(k) with a company match. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, and demonstrate compassion and adaptability in their role.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and patient individual with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to assist with personal hygiene and support individuals with complex needs.
• Reliable and responsible with a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Help participants grow, learn, and live well.
• Support development goals like budgeting and exercise.
• Assist individuals with behavioral challenges.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Time-management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

REM Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 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.

Direct Support Professional

Pay Rate: $19.71/hr

Location: Long Valley, NJ

On-Demand Pay

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.

Competitive Pay & Benefits

• Pay on Demand, Full benefits package for full-time employees, including a 401(k) with a 3% company match
• Paid time off plus holiday pay to recharge so you can be your best at work
• Supervisors who care deeply about the participants and your wellbeing
• A stable job at an established, growing company
• 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
• Skills: Communication, adaptability, multi-tasking, teamwork, time-management
• Behaviors: Patient, compassionate, reliable, responsible
• Vehicle: Valid Driver's license with 1 year of driving experience

NO certification required

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.