Direct Support Professional

Sevita; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Full Benefits

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Learning & Development

Job summary

REM Community Services in Wichita, KS, part of the Sevita family, is hiring compassionate direct care professionals to help individuals grow, learn and live well. You will build real relationships with the people you serve and gain ownership and trust from leaders to do what’s right for participants.

Join a mission-driven team that supports personal goals like budgeting, exercise, and nutrition, and offers a full benefits package, paid time off, and opportunities for learning and development as

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Six months 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 insurance.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

About REM Community Services

REM Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. Join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Experience a career well lived.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• 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

Qualifications

• 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

Apply today and explore careers, well lived at Sevita.

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.