Direct Support Specialist – Community Care

Sevita; Kyle (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Sevita is seeking Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals in residential settings, providing socialization, health maintenance, and daily living support. You will help with transportation, community integration, meals, and personal care, ensuring safety and dignity for those served.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, maintaining records, and coordinating with nurses and supervisors. The role emphasizes confidentiality, rights, and collaboration with families and case

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: assist with socialization, health maintenance, medication administration, and development.
• Records: document progress, review logs, maintain confidentiality.
• Management of assets: make cost-effective purchases within the budget.
• Relationships: maintain professional relations with individuals, families, guardians, and case managers.
• Reporting: report abuse or neglect per policy; document medical/behavioral incidents.
• Rights: protect confidentiality and rights of individuals.

Skills

Direct support

Record keeping

Relationship management

Safety & confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Six months in human services

Job description

Sevita is seeking Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals in residential settings, providing socialization, health maintenance, and daily living support. You will help with transportation, community integration, meals, and personal care, ensuring safety and dignity for those served.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, maintaining records, and coordinating with nurses and supervisors. The role emphasizes confidentiality, rights, and collaboration with families and case