Life Skills Coach & Caregiver - Direct Support

Sevita; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health benefits

Paid training

Holiday pay

Mileage reimbursement

Career development and advancement

Employee Referral Program bonus

Job summary

Sevita's NeuroRestorative team in Germantown, MD, seeks a Life Skills Trainer/Caregiver to support individuals with brain and spinal cord injuries in residential and community settings.

You will provide training, daily living assistance, and transportation support, working closely with clinical staff to implement therapeutic plans and promote independence. Full-time, part-time, and as-needed schedules available; benefits include health coverage and paid training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Six months to one year of experience in the human services field.
• Valid Driver's License from state of residence.
• Must be minimum of 18 years of age.
• Successful clearance of background checks.
• A caring attitude with a dedication to assisting others.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication skills.
• A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach.
• A commitment to quality in everything you do.

Responsibilities

• Provide training, assistance and supervision to individuals receiving care in the areas of living skills, therapeutic recreation, and other forms of assistance in both residential and community settings.
• Assist with daily activities such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, and medication administration.
• Facilitate the working relationships between employers and individuals served, and support community involvement by accompanying them on outings, or providing transportation to work or other activities.
• Work closely with our clinical staff to support the therapeutic and behavioral plans in place.

Skills

Driver's license

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Reliability

Empathy

Organization

Quality focus

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Sevita's NeuroRestorative team in Germantown, MD, seeks a Life Skills Trainer/Caregiver to support individuals with brain and spinal cord injuries in residential and community settings.

You will provide training, daily living assistance, and transportation support, working closely with clinical staff to implement therapeutic plans and promote independence. Full-time, part-time, and as-needed schedules available; benefits include health coverage and paid training.