Direct Support Professional: Community Care & Growth

Sevita; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Mentor Community Services, part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role offers direct support within residential or program settings, helping up to 10 individuals in periodic programs and performing essential health care tasks, documentation, and daily living support.

As a non-exempt, hourly position, responsibilities include activities from socialization to medication assistance, with emphasis on safety,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Six months of experience in human services preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Working knowledge of computers.

Responsibilities

• Direct Support: provide direct support or assistance per individual service plans, including socialization and development.
• Records: accurately documents progress and activity; maintains confidentiality.
• Management of Individuals’ Assets: makes cost-effective purchases within the budget of the individual served.
• Relationships: maintains professional relationships with individuals, families, guardians and case managers.
• Reporting: reports abuse/neglect and medical/behavioral incidents per Sevita policy.
• Rights: protects rights of individuals and maintains confidentiality.

Job description

Mentor Community Services, part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role offers direct support within residential or program settings, helping up to 10 individuals in periodic programs and performing essential health care tasks, documentation, and daily living support.

As a non-exempt, hourly position, responsibilities include activities from socialization to medication assistance, with emphasis on safety,