Direct Support Specialist: Empower & Connect

Sevita; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Sevita in Evansville, IN is seeking a Direct Support Professional who is reliable and compassionate. This non-exempt role offers either full-time or part-time hours with an hourly wage, and requires a caring approach to assist individuals in daily living activities.

You will deliver person-centered support per plans, help with health maintenance and medication administration, enable social and community participation, and accurately document progress while safeguarding privacy and dignity.

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.
• Maintain accurate records and confidentiality; monitor wellbeing and report changes.

Skills

Experience in human services

Age 18+

Working knowledge of computers

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sevita in Evansville, IN is seeking a Direct Support Professional who is reliable and compassionate. This non-exempt role offers either full-time or part-time hours with an hourly wage, and requires a caring approach to assist individuals in daily living activities.

You will deliver person-centered support per plans, help with health maintenance and medication administration, enable social and community participation, and accurately document progress while safeguarding privacy and dignity.