Direct Support Specialist: Empowering People to Thrive

Sevita; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Learning and development

Job security

Job summary

REM Community Services, a part of Sevita, seeks compassionate frontline caregivers to empower individuals with developmental disabilities. You will help participants grow, learn, and live well while building meaningful relationships in a community setting.

This full-time on-site role in Bridgeport, WV offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for learning and advancement as you support daily living activities, personal care, budgeting, exercise, and nutrition.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination preferred.
• Skills: Communication, adaptability, multi-tasking, teamwork, time-management.
• Behaviors: Patient, compassionate, reliable, responsible.
• Vehicle: Valid Driver’s license and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance.

Responsibilities

• Be proud of rewarding work helping people grow, learn, and live well.
• Develop real, meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve.
• Experience ownership and trust from your leaders to do what’s right for participants.
• Take initiative to help participants be part of the community and enjoy their favorite activities.
• Support participants with developmental goals like budgeting, exercise, and nutrition.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Time-management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

REM Community Services, a part of Sevita, seeks compassionate frontline caregivers to empower individuals with developmental disabilities. You will help participants grow, learn, and live well while building meaningful relationships in a community setting.

This full-time on-site role in Bridgeport, WV offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for learning and advancement as you support daily living activities, personal care, budgeting, exercise, and nutrition.