Direct Support Specialist

Sevita; Terre Haute (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sevita's Direct Support Lead role in our Community & Social Services team supports individuals with diverse needs to live independently and with dignity. You will oversee daily care, mentor Direct Support Professionals, coordinate person-centered service plans, and ensure high-quality, trauma-informed support in home and community settings.

Collaborating with families, clinicians, and community partners, you will monitor documentation and safety, and advocate for each person’s goals.

Qualifications

• Experience leading Direct Support Professionals.
• Strong collaboration with families, clinicians and community partners.
• Commitment to trauma-informed care.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily care and coordinate person-centered service plans.
• Mentor Direct Support Professionals and provide guidance.
• Ensure high-quality, trauma-informed support in home and community settings.
• Collaborate with families, clinicians, and community partners.
• Monitor documentation and safety to protect individual well-being.
• Advocate for each person’s goals and preferences.

Skills

Mentoring staff

Team collaboration

Advocacy

Job description

Join Sevita as a Direct Support Lead in our Community & Social Services team, supporting individuals with diverse needs to live independently and with dignity. You will oversee daily care, mentor Direct Support Professionals, coordinate person-centered service plans, and ensure high-quality, trauma‑informed support in home and community settings. Collaborate with families, clinicians, and community partners, monitor documentation and safety, and advocate for individual goals. Sevita offers a supportive, growth‑oriented culture with training, development, and a meaningful opportunity to impact lives every day.