Direct Support Professional

Sevita; Nipomo (CA); On-site; USD 23,570,736 - 27,552,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Pay on Demand

Job summary

Sevita in Nipomo, California seeks a dedicated caregiver to assist individuals with disabilities in a supportive environment. You'll help enhance their independence while forming meaningful relationships.

The position offers competitive pay at $17.11 per hour and a full benefits package including 401(k) matching. Ideal candidates need a high school diploma and six months of related experience, along with strong interpersonal skills.

Join our mission to empower individuals and help them lead fulfilling lives.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance.
• Patient, compassionate, reliable, and responsible behaviors are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with personal hygiene and support behavioral challenges.
• Develop meaningful relationships with participants.
• Help participants achieve developmental goals like budgeting and nutrition.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Time-management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

ResCare Community Living, a part of the Sevita family, provides quality services that empower individuals, enhance independence, and help people live well. Since 1974, we’ve supported individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live more independently at home and in their community. With our dedicated team and experienced staff, we provide person-centered services that help people build skills, overcome challenges, and reach their full potential.

$17.11 Per Hour

THRIVE AS A CAREGIVER AT SEVITA

Each day, you’ll work to help people grow, learn, and live well.

• 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

Apply today and explore careers, well lived at Sevita.

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.