Direct Support Professional

Sevita; North Branch (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Sevita is hiring a caregiver to assist individuals with personal care and daily living activities in a Michigan setting. You will build meaningful relationships with participants while promoting independence and community participation, under supportive leadership to do what is right for those served.

The role emphasizes empathy, patience, reliability, and collaboration, with opportunities for growth through learning and development programs within Sevita.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong communication, adaptability, multitasking, teamwork, and time-management skills.
• Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle with proof of insurance.
• Patient, compassionate, reliable and responsible behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Assist people with personal hygiene and support individuals with behavioral challenges and other complex needs.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Time-management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

• 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

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 and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance