Direct Support Specialist for Growth & Independence

Sevita; Edwardsville (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

REM Community Services, part of Sevita, provides direct support in residential programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role supports 4–6 individuals in a program, or up to 10 in periodic programs, and involves health maintenance, socialization, and daily living activities.

The position is non-exempt and offered as full-time or part-time, with responsibilities across health care, documentation, safety, and community integration, in a mission-driven

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: provide assistance per service plans including socialization, health maintenance, medication administration, skill/behavioral development.
• Records: document progress and activity; maintain confidentiality.
• Management of Individuals’ Assets: make cost-effective purchases within the individual's budget and preferences.
• Relationships: maintain professional relationships with individuals, families, guardians and case managers per Sevita standards.
• Reporting: report abuse/neglect and medical/behavioral incidents per policy.
• Rights: maintain confidentiality and support individuals' rights.

Skills

Computers

18 years old

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

REM Community Services, part of Sevita, provides direct support in residential programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role supports 4–6 individuals in a program, or up to 10 in periodic programs, and involves health maintenance, socialization, and daily living activities.

The position is non-exempt and offered as full-time or part-time, with responsibilities across health care, documentation, safety, and community integration, in a mission-driven