Direct Support Professional (PRN)

Sevita; National City (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Sevita, the leading home and community-based care provider behind ResCare Community Living, is seeking a caregiver. You’ll help participants grow, learn, and live well, assisting with daily living and personal care while encouraging participation in community activities.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent, at least six months of experience in human services, strong communication and reliability, plus a valid driver's license with access to a registered vehicle.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination preferred.
• Strong communication, adaptability, multi-tasking and teamwork skills necessary.
• Patient, compassionate, reliable and responsible behaviors expected.
• 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 leaders to do what's right for participants.
• Take initiative to help participants join the community and enjoy activities.
• Support participants with developmental goals like budgeting, exercise, and nutrition.
• Assist people with personal hygiene and support those with behavioral challenges or complex needs.

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.

Pay Rate: $17.75 per hour

THRIVE AS A CAREGIVER AT SEVITA. EACH DAY, YOU’LL

• 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

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.