Direct Support Professional
@ SevitaDirect Support Professional
About the job
Sevita provides community-based services for those with disabilities, focusing on independence and growth. Join our mission-driven team to support individuals, build relationships, and create meaningful careers in a caring environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Communication skills
- Patient and compassionate
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to multi-task
Qualifications
- Reliable and responsible
- Teamwork skills
- Adaptability
- Access to a registered vehicle
Full job description
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Dubuque, IA
Pay: Starting at $17.50/hour
Schedule: PRN, Relief
Perk: On-Demand Pay Available
Looking for meaningful work where you can make a real impact every day? Join Sevita and help individuals with developmental disabilities, behavioral challenges, and other complex needs live more independent, connected, and fulfilling lives.
Why You'll Love This Job
- Get paid daily with On-Demand Pay
- Competitive starting pay of $17.50/hour
- Career growth opportunities with paid training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities across Sevita's nationwide network
What a Typical Day Looks Like
Every day brings new opportunities to make a difference.
You'll build meaningful relationships, provide hands-on support, and help individuals achieve personal goals related to daily living, communication, budgeting, nutrition, and community involvement. You will assist with personal care, hygiene, meals, medication reminders, transportation, and daily routines that promote greater independence.
You'll also support recreational activities, social connections, and community participation while providing patient, respectful care to individuals with behavioral challenges and other complex needs. Your encouragement and support help create a safe, positive environment where people can thrive.
What We Need From You
- At least 18 years old
- High school diploma or equivalent with proof of education
- Valid driver's license (1+ year, no restrictions) + registered vehicle + insurance
- Ability to successfully complete required background checks
- Compassionate, dependable, and committed to helping others succeed
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're looking for more than just a job, this is your opportunity to build a rewarding career while helping others live their best lives.
Apply today or stop by our hiring event and discover why a career with Sevita is work that truly matters.
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 all over the U.S.
As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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