Community Based Direct Support Professional

Company: Sevita
Location: Garden Grove
Posted on: October 11, 2024

Job Description:

Mentor 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.




Caregiver for Outings and Activities in the Community


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LOOKING FOR CAREGIVERS TO WORK IN THESE AREAS:
Orange County
Garden Grove
Anaheim
Santa Ana/Costa Mesa

Laguna Hills/San Clemente -



PLEASE NOTE: Position requires Valid CA driver's license in good standing and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance -

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

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  Be proud of rewarding work helping people grow, learn, 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
  
  We have two programs with Caregiver positions available in this area:
  
  
• FHA Outings and Activity DSP:
  
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  • Provide support and companionship one-on-one with an adult with intellectual or developmental disabilities out in the community doing activities like: outings/field trips, activities and events, shopping and eating out, developmental goal-based activities. Individuals in this program are high-functioning and typically do not need hands-on support with personal hygiene.
    
  • Schedule: Part-time and full-time available; Schedule is very flexible - -Shifts are in the late afternoon/evenings on weekdays and during the day on weekends - -weekend availability is required for this position since this is when most of the outings are scheduled
    
  • Pay Rate: $16.40/hour plus mileage reimbursement for using your vehicle for outings (you will get more mileage reimbursement with this program)
    
    
    
  • Caregiver for Adult Day Program:
    
    
  • Community-Based program: -this program serves adults with developmental disabilities (such as Autism or Down's Syndrome, etc.). Caregivers take a small group of 2-3 individuals out into the community to do a variety of activities and outings. Some individuals served may need assistance with personal hygiene or mobility.
    
  • Schedule: Mon-Fri daytime hours (such as 8a-2p); positions are all full-time
    
  • Pay rate: $18.10/hour plus mileage reimbursement for using your vehicle for outings;
    
  • Alternate pay rate: $19.10 per hour working with highly behavioral individuals - to qualify for this rate must have verifiable experience working directly with challenging behaviors (ABA experience or knowledge preferred) -
    
    
    
    EVERY PERSON DESERVES A FULFILLING CAREER
    
    
    Competitive Pay: -Hourly rate of $16.40 to $19.10 and full benefits package for full time employees; mileage reimbursement at $0.655 per mile
    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 & Development: -We invest in your development and provide the tools and training you need to have a fulfilling career
    Dayforce Wallet - get paid for the days you work without waiting for payday! All employees have the option to access their pay as soon as they earn it through our employee app - no fees and super easy!
    
    WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO SEVITA
    
    

    
    Education: High School Diploma or GED/equivalent
    Experience: Six months of experience in human services or direct care preferred
    License: Valid CA driver's license in good standing; must have had driver's license for at least one year -
    Vehicle: Access to a reliable vehicle with registered vehicle with proof of insurance -
    Clearances: -Must be able to pass criminal and driver history background checks and a physical and TB test
    Skills: -Communication, multi-tasking, adaptability, teamwork, time management
    Behaviors: Patient, compassionate, reliable, responsible
    
    Apply today and explore careers, well lived at Sevita.
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    Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets
    
    
    
    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.
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    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. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

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