Direct Support Specialist — Community Caregiver

Sevita; Parkersburg (WV); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

REM Community Services, part of Sevita, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role supports 4–6 individuals in residential settings and up to 10 in periodic programs, delivering care per individual plans and assisting with daily activities.

Responsibilities include health maintenance, documentation, budgeting within the individual's means, and ensuring safety and rights.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience in human services preferred.
• Working knowledge of computers.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support within a program to 4–6 individuals in residential settings or up to 10 in periodic programs.
• Deliver support per individual service plans including health maintenance, medication administration and social development.
• Assist with daily activities such as personal care, housekeeping, transportation and community integration.
• Accurately document progress and maintain confidentiality.
• Manage purchases within the budget of the individual served as needed.
• Maintain professional relationships with individuals, families and case managers.
• Report incidents and ensure compliance with safety and rights policies.
• Accompany individuals to medical appointments and relay information to providers.
• Prepare or support meal planning and preparation according to dietary plans.

Skills

Six months of experience

Working knowledge of computers

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

REM Community Services, part of Sevita, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role supports 4–6 individuals in residential settings and up to 10 in periodic programs, delivering care per individual plans and assisting with daily activities.

Responsibilities include health maintenance, documentation, budgeting within the individual's means, and ensuring safety and rights.