Direct Support Professional

Company: Sevita
Location: Paris
Posted on: October 7, 2024

Job Description:

Seeking compassionate caregivers to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a community-based setting.

D&S Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You'll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day.

Full-time opportunities are available in Paris, TX, with a competitive hourly rate of $9. A $300 sign-on bonus is available for eligible candidates.

No GED or high school diploma is required. We're looking for motivated individuals ready to join our team and start building their career with us.

THRIVE AS A CAREGIVER AT SEVITA. EACH DAY, YOU'LL:

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• Be proud of rewarding work helping people grow, learn, and live well
  
• Develop real, meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve
  
• Experience ownership and trust from your leaders to do what's right for participants
  
• Take initiative to help participants be part of the community and enjoy their favorite activities
  
• Support participants with developmental goals like budgeting, exercise, and nutrition
  
  
  You'll assist people with their personal hygiene and support individuals who can have behavioral challenges and other complex needs. If you're compassionate, patient, and find meaning in this type of work, you'll find a promising future at Sevita.
  
  EVERY PERSON DESERVES A FULFILLING CAREER
  
  
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  • Competitive Pay: Full benefits package for employees working 32+ hours/week, including a 401(k) with a 3% company match
    
  • Time Off: Paid time off plus holiday pay to recharge so you can be your best at work
    
  • Network of Support: Supervisors who care deeply about the participants and your wellbeing
    
  • Job Security: A stable job at an established, growing company
    
  • Learning and Development: We invest in your development and provide the tools and training you need to have a fulfilling career
    
    
    WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO SEVITA
    
    
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    • Experience: Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination preferred
      
    • Skills: Communication, multi-tasking, adaptability, teamwork, time management
      
    • Behaviors: Patient, compassionate, reliable, responsible
      
    • Vehicle: Valid Driver's license and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance
      
      
      Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.
      
      Sevita is committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and respects the unique talents, experiences, and perspectives of our employees and the people we serve.

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