Empowering Direct Support Specialist

Sevita; Lorado (WV); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

REM Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based supports for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day.

Join us today, and experience a career well lived. REM Community Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional to deliver individualized services in residential and community settings.

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: Provides direct support or assistance in accordance with individual service or program plans; assists with socialization and behavioral development, personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community orientation, shopping, financial management, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.
• Records: Accurately documents progress and activity; reviews records and logs to stay abreast of changes in service plans; maintains confidentiality.
• Management of Individuals’ Assets: Makes cost-effective and appropriate purchases within the budget of the individual served and according to their choice / preference
• Relationships: Maintains healthy and professional relationships with individuals, friends, families, guardians and case managers; greets family members and other visitors; implements Sevita Customer Service Standards.
• Reporting: Reports any instance of alleged abuse or neglect according to internal and external standards; reports medical, behavioral and other incidents in accordance with Sevita policy and external requirements.
• Rights: Maintains confidentiality, respects the rights of persons being served, according to applicable the bill of rights; practices universal precautions; assists individuals in exercising their rights.

Skills

Six months of experience

Working knowledge of computers

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

REM Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based supports for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day.

Join us today, and experience a career well lived. REM Community Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional to deliver individualized services in residential and community settings.