Caregiver/Direct Support Professional

Sevita
Alcoa, TN Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 1/20/2023 CLOSED ON 2/17/2023

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver/Direct Support Professional position at Sevita?

Direct Support Professional Caregiver

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

Qualifications for Direct Support Professional Caregiver:

  • 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
  • Successful clearance of background checks
  • A reliable, responsible attitude
  • A compassionate approach and a commitment to quality in everything you do

Why Join Us as a Direct Support Professional Caregiver?

  • Full, Part-time, and As Needed schedules available
  • On Demand Pay Options Available
  • 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

We have meaningful work for you – come join our team – Apply Today as a Direct Support Professional Caregiver!

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

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $13.75 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 12 hour shift
  • 4 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Night shift
  • Overnight shift
  • Overtime
  • Weekend availability

Work Location: One location

Salary : $14 - $0

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