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Direct Support Professional

Sevita

Mount Pleasant, Iowa, United StatesOn Site

Original Job Summary

About Direct Support Professional at Sevita

REM Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. At Sevita, we believe every person has the right to live well. Join our mission-driven team and create meaningful relationships that inspire us every day.

Open Interview Events

Join us every Wednesday in September from 12p-5p at 207 S. Harrison St. Suite 100 in Mt. Pleasant.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Wage: $17.00 per hour
  • Pay on Demand option
  • Full benefits package for full-time employees
  • 401(k) with a 3% company match
  • Paid time off and holiday pay
  • Supportive supervisors and job security
  • Learning and development opportunities

Key Responsibilities

  • Help individuals grow, learn, and live well
  • Develop and nurture meaningful relationships
  • Promote community inclusion and engagement
  • Assist with personal hygiene and daily living tasks
  • Support participants in achieving developmental goals
  • Address behavioral challenges and complex needs

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Excellent communication, adaptability, and teamwork skills
  • Patient, compassionate, reliable, and responsible
  • Valid Driver's license and access to a registered vehicle with insurance

About Sevita

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care with more than 50 years of experience. Our 40,000 team members are dedicated to enhancing care for the 50,000 individuals we serve across the U.S.

Key skills/competency

  • Community-based services
  • Direct support
  • Disability care
  • Patient care
  • Behavioral support
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Adaptability
  • Time-management
  • Compassion

How to Get Hired at Sevita

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Sevita's culture: Understand their mission and values on their website.
  • Tailor your resume: Highlight direct support and caregiving experience.
  • Prepare examples: Demonstrate situations managing behavioral challenges.
  • Show commitment: Emphasize reliability and compassion in your application.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review caregiving best practices and protocols.
Study patient assistance techniques and safety standards.
Update certifications relevant to direct support roles.
Familiarize with documentation and care planning systems.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging client case successfully handled.
Explain how you manage stressful situations calmly.
Discuss teamwork in resolving client issues.
Share an example of demonstrating compassion.