Direct Support Professional

Sevita; Norton (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Health benefits

Paid training

Holiday pay

Mileage reimbursement

Career development

Referral program

Job summary

Sevita is seeking a Life Skills Trainer/Caregiver to support individuals with living skills, daily activities, and community participation in residential and community settings. You will train, assist and supervise participants, promoting independence and safety while collaborating with clinical staff.

This role offers meaningful work, flexible schedules (full-time, part-time, and as-needed), benefits for full-time staff, paid training, mileage reimbursement and opportunities for career

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Six months to one year of experience in human services.
• Valid Driver's License from state of residence.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Background checks required.
• Caring attitude with dedication to assisting others.
• Strong attention to detail and good communication.
• Reliable, responsible, compassionate attitude.
• Commitment to quality in everything you do.

Responsibilities

• Provide training, assistance and supervision in living skills, therapeutic recreation, and other forms of assistance in residential and community settings.
• Assist with daily activities such as meals, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, and medication administration.
• Facilitate relationships between employers and individuals served; support community involvement and transportation to work or activities.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.

Skills

Caregiving

Patient care

Driver's license

Background checks

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans.

Base Rate $16.25/hr or more with experience

Life Skills Trainer/Caregiver

Would you like to make a difference every day in someone’s life? In this role you will carry out rewarding work and play a crucial role in the success of our organization.

• Provide training, assistance and supervision to individuals receiving care in the areas of living skills, therapeutic recreation, and other forms of assistance in both residential and community settings.
• Assist with daily activities such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, and medication administration.
• Facilitate the working relationships between employers and individuals served, and support community involvement by accompanying them on outings, or providing transportation to work or other activities.
• Work closely with our clinical staff to support the therapeutic and behavioral plans in place.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Six months to one year of experience in the human services field
• Valid Driver's License from state of residence
• Must be minimum of 18 years of age
• Successful clearance of background checks
• A caring attitude with a dedication to assisting others
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication skills
• A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach
• A commitment to quality in everything you do

Whether you have previous experience in a role like this, or this just sounds like the type of impact you want to make… we want to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

• Full, Part-time, and As Needed schedules available
• Paid Time Off and Health benefits for full-time employees.
• Paid training, Holiday pay, Mileage reimbursement
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Work with some of the best co-workers you could ask for and see your impact on the lives of those individuals we serve
• A dynamic work environment where no day is ever the same as the next
• Since our funding comes from Federal and State payers, we offer stability, and secure work opportunities
• Employee Referral Program bonus opportunities for eligible roles

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.