Direct Support Professional - Part-Time

REM Community Services, a proud part of the Sevita family, is dedicated to providing comprehensive community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. With a mission to ensure that every person has the right to live well and that everyone deserves a fulfilling career, REM Community Services stands as a beacon of hope, respect, and empowerment. Sevita, established over 50 years ago, is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care across the United States, serving approximately 50,000 individuals. The organization’s core belief is that everyone deserves to live a full and more independent life, regardless of any physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face. This commitment is reflected through individualized supports and quality services tailored to foster growth, independence, and community integration.

Joining REM Community Services means becoming part of a mission-driven team where meaningful relationships and trusted connections are at the heart of the work. The role of a caregiver at Sevita embodies this spirit of commitment and compassion. Caregivers are entrusted with the responsibility to help individuals grow, learn, and live well every day. This role involves direct, hands-on support that requires patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for enhancing lives. Caregivers will assist participants with personal hygiene and provide support for those with behavioral challenges and other complex needs, creating a safe and encouraging environment for personal development.

The caregiver position is rewarding and impactful, offering an opportunity to build real, meaningful relationships with the individuals served. Caregivers are encouraged to take the initiative to help participants engage in community activities and pursue their favorite interests, supporting developmental goals such as budgeting, exercise, and nutrition. Employees experience a supportive atmosphere where trust and ownership are valued, allowing them to do what’s right for participants under caring supervision. Furthermore, caregivers at Sevita benefit from competitive pay options, including pay on demand, a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Paid time off and holiday pay help employees maintain work-life balance, while supervisors ensure ongoing support and a network that prioritizes both participant and employee wellbeing.

Sevita places a high premium on job security and career development. As part of a stable and growing company, caregivers have access to continuous training and learning opportunities that promote career growth and personal satisfaction. This role is ideally suited for individuals with at least six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination, although passion and dedication are equally critical. Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, excellent communication skills, adaptability, and the ability to multi-task effectively within a team-oriented environment.

For anyone seeking a meaningful career in caregiving, Sevita and REM Community Services offer a pathway to not only change the lives of others but to enrich their own. This role is perfect for compassionate, patient, reliable, and responsible individuals who hold a valid driver’s license and have access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance, enabling them to serve community members effectively. Prospective team members are invited to apply and explore a career well lived at Sevita, an employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion by ensuring equal opportunities for all, without discrimination based on any protected characteristic.