Direct Support Specialist – Community Living

Sevita; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Sevita is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide non-exempt, hourly support in residential and program settings. You will help 4-6 individuals in residential units or up to 10 in periodic programs, delivering care per individualized plans and assisting with daily activities.

Responsibilities include personal care, health maintenance, medication support, transportation, and community integration, while maintaining records and ensuring safety.

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

• Deliver support per individual service/program plans, including socialization, health maintenance, medication administration, skill/behavioral development.
• Assist with daily activities: Personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community integration, shopping, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.
• Direct Support: provide assistance in accordance with plans; support socialization and personal development.
• Records: accurately document progress and activity; review logs and maintain confidentiality.
• Workplace safety: follow safety policies and report hazards; participate in safety training.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Physical stamina

Active listening

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Six months of experience in human services preferred

Must be 18 years of age

Working knowledge of computers

Tools

Computers

Documentation

Job description

Sevita is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide non-exempt, hourly support in residential and program settings. You will help 4-6 individuals in residential units or up to 10 in periodic programs, delivering care per individualized plans and assisting with daily activities.

Responsibilities include personal care, health maintenance, medication support, transportation, and community integration, while maintaining records and ensuring safety.