Evening Direct Support Specialist

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

Job summary

Sevita is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide compassionate care in residential settings for individuals with developmental or other disabilities. You will assist with daily living activities, health maintenance, and community integration, while delivering services per individualized plans.

Responsibilities include personal care, medication assistance where assigned, transportation, and coordinating with families and case managers.

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.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Car registration and vehicle insurance if providing transportation for individuals receiving services.
• All state-required trainings and certifications completed in mandated timeframes.

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.
• Accompany individuals to medical appointments and relay information to healthcare providers as required.
• Administer or support self-administration of medications and document delivery; report errors and maintain security of medications.
• Attend orientation, participate in monthly staff meetings, and cover shifts as needed.
• Maintain safety and confidentiality; respond to emergencies per policy.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Six months of experience in human services preferred

Must be 18 years of age

Working knowledge of computers

Job description

Sevita is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide compassionate care in residential settings for individuals with developmental or other disabilities. You will assist with daily living activities, health maintenance, and community integration, while delivering services per individualized plans.

Responsibilities include personal care, medication assistance where assigned, transportation, and coordinating with families and case managers.