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Direct Support Professional

Sevita
Knoxville, TN, US
$15 an hour
Full-time

D&S Community Services , a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Here 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.

Join us today, and experience a career well lived.

Director Support Professional / Caregiver

Pay rate is $15 an hour and we offer On Demand Pay with Dayforce Wallet

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

  • 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

  • Competitive Pay : Pay on Demand, Full benefits package for employees working 30+ 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

  • Education : High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Experience : Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination preferred
  • Skills :
  • Behaviors : Patient, compassionate, reliable, responsible
  • Vehicle : Valid Driver's license and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance
  • 30+ days ago
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