What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (DSP) position at Sevita For Indiana Mentor?
Indiana Mentor, Sevita family provides in-home nursing support services for adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental illness, and other complex needs.
Direct Support Professional
Would you like to make a difference every day in someone’s life? Based in community settings, and working closely with our clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans, DSPs provide assistance and strategies to the individuals we serve to live as independently as possible.
- Transportation and support out in the community: outings/field trips, medical appointments, and shopping
- Assist with daily living skills including meal preparation and assist with medication administration
- Provide guidance on a range of developmental goals from community participation, household budgeting, exercise, nutrition, and supporting vocational responsibilities
- Support persons served with living skills such as personal hygiene, grooming, and/or bathing
- Assist individuals we serve to redirect agitated or aggressive behaviors
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Must be minimum of 18 years of age
- Six months of experience in human services preferred
- Valid driver’s license in good standing
- Access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance
- Successful clearance of background checks
- A reliable, responsible attitude
- A compassionate approach and a commitment to quality in everything you do
Why Join Us?
- Full compensation/benefits package for employees working 30 hours/week
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers
- Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities
EOE/AAE/ADA
We have meaningful work for you as a Direct Support Professional, Caregiver – come join our team – Apply Today!
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. We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets
About Sevita Health:
Employees are the heart of our mission. Team members like you make Sevita’s mission possible. Your energy, dedication, and passion make us who we are. As a team, we do our best so others can be their best. We challenge and guide them to live a life of meaning, opportunity, and joy. We’re committed to providing a healthy, diverse workplace where employees of all backgrounds are valued and have the support to reach their full potential. Below are some resources to support you in your job and in your life outside Sevita. Sevita is led by people who believe that every person deserves to live full, joyful lives of their own choosing. Our leaders bring expertise from many combined years of experience leading health care and other companies. At Sevita, they live out our values and help us bring our culture of growth to life – every single day. They help shape what health care means for people, who are more than the sum of the challenges they face. The team’s work is inspired by the people we serve, and the team members who carry our mission into our communities.
Keywords: caregiver, direct support professional, DSP, HHA, mental health, group home, assisted living, supported living
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $14.43 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14