Residential Direct Support Specialist

Sevita; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Sevita’s ResCare Community Living program seeks Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential settings. You will support 4–6 individuals in a program, with some programs serving up to 10.

Duties include daily living activities, socialization, health maintenance, and occasional transportation. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent (preferred), at least 18 years old, and 6 months’ experience in human services.

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

• 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.

Skills

Working knowledge of computers

Education

High school diploma/Equivalent

Six months experience in human services

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Sevita’s ResCare Community Living program seeks Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential settings. You will support 4–6 individuals in a program, with some programs serving up to 10.

Duties include daily living activities, socialization, health maintenance, and occasional transportation. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent (preferred), at least 18 years old, and 6 months’ experience in human services.