Direct Support Professional - Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Sevita; Hiawatha (IA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Sevita is seeking compassionate Direct Support Staff to empower individuals with diverse abilities in community and home settings. In this role, you’ll provide person-centered support with daily living skills, community integration, and social and recreational activities, while promoting independence, safety, and dignity.

You’ll collaborate with families and care teams, follow individual service plans, and document progress.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and patient demeanor.
• Ability to support daily living skills and community integration.
• Collaborate with families and care teams; document progress.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered support in community and home settings.
• Promote independence, safety, and dignity.
• Assist with daily living activities and social/recreational activities.

Job description

Sevita is seeking compassionate Direct Support Staff to empower individuals with diverse abilities in community and home settings. In this role, you’ll provide person-centered support with daily living skills, community integration, and social and recreational activities, while promoting independence, safety, and dignity. You’ll collaborate with families and care teams, follow individual service plans, and document progress. Sevita offers paid training, ongoing professional development, and a supportive, inclusive culture where empathy and collaboration are valued and your work truly improves lives.