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Direct Support Professional
Sevita
Burlington, Iowa, United StatesOn Site
Original Job Summary
Overview
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 we believe in a fulfilling career for everyone.
Thrive as a Caregiver at Sevita
Each day, as a Direct Support Professional, you will:
- 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
- Take initiative to help participants belong to the community
- Support participants in achieving developmental goals including budgeting, exercise, and nutrition
Key Responsibilities
You will assist people with personal hygiene, and support individuals who may have behavioral challenges and other complex needs. Compassion, patience, and reliability are essential.
What Sevita Offers
- Competitive Pay: $17.25/hour, with pay on demand
- Full benefits package for full-time employees including a 401(k) with a 3% company match
- Paid time off plus holiday pay
- Supportive supervisors and network of care
- Job security at an established, growing company
- Learning and Development tools and training
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Strong communication, adaptability, multi-tasking, teamwork, and time-management skills
- A patient, compassionate, reliable, and responsible approach
- Valid Driver's License and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance
About Sevita
Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. With over 50 years of service and a team of 40,000, Sevita continues to enhance care and support independence for 50,000 individuals across the U.S.
Key skills/competency
- Community support
- Disability care
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Behavioral support
- Communication
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Patience
- Compassion
How to Get Hired at Sevita
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Customize your resume: Highlight relevant caregiving and support experience.
- Research Sevita: Understand their community services and mission.
- Prepare real examples: Share stories reflecting compassion and responsibility.
- Practice interview skills: Focus on communication and adaptability.
📝 Interview Preparation Advice
Technical Preparation
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Review caregiving best practices.
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Study personal care protocols.
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Understand community support strategies.
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Familiarize with safety procedures.
Behavioral Questions
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Describe a challenging caregiving situation.
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Explain how you build trust.
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Share teamwork experiences in support roles.
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Discuss handling stressful situations compassionately.