Direct Support Professional @ Sevita
placeDavenport, Iowa, United States
businessOn Site
Posted 4 days ago
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****** @sevita.com
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Job Details
Direct Support Professional
REM Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. At Sevita, every person has the right to live well and pursue a fulfilling career. Join a mission‐driven team dedicated to building real relationships that motivate every day.
Open Interview Events
Join us every Tuesday in September from 10a-4p at 100 East Kimberly Rd, Suite 603, Davenport.
Compensation & Benefits
- Wage: $17.00/hour with Pay on Demand
- Full benefits package for full-time employees
- 401(k) with 3% company match
- Paid time off plus holiday pay
Job Responsibilities
- Assist individuals with personal hygiene
- Support developmental goals including budgeting, exercise, and nutrition
- Help participants engage with community activities
- Manage behavioral challenges and complex needs
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Strong communication, adaptability, multi-tasking, teamwork, and time-management skills
- Patient, compassionate, reliable, and responsible
- Valid driver's license with access to a registered vehicle and proof of insurance
About Sevita
Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care, with over 50 years of mission-driven service and a team of 40,000 employees serving 50,000 individuals across the U.S. Sevita is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace.
Key skills/competency
- Direct Support
- Community Services
- Patient Care
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Behavioral Support
- Time Management
- Compassion
- Responsibility
How to Get Hired at Sevita
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research Sevita's culture: Learn mission, values, and team dynamics.
- Customize your resume: Highlight caregiving and communication skills.
- Showcase relevant experience: Emphasize previous support roles.
- Prepare behavioral examples: Reflect on compassion and reliability.
📝 Interview Preparation Advice
Technical Preparation
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Review caregiving protocols.
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Understand personal hygiene procedures.
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Learn budgeting and nutrition basics.
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Familiarize with community support systems.
Behavioral Questions
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Describe a time you showed compassion.
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Explain managing stressful situations effectively.
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Share experiences working in teams.
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Discuss taking initiative in caregiving roles.
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