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Direct Support Caregiver

Sevita • Siesta Key, FL 34242 • Posted 30+ days ago

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The Direct Support Caregiver at NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, plays a crucial role in providing behavioral support, care, and collaboration amongst participants, their families, and healthcare providers. This position involves assisting with daily activities such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, and medication administration, as well as facilitating community involvement and working closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.

Responsibilities

  • Provide training, assistance, and supervision to individuals receiving care in the areas of living skills, therapeutic recreation, and other forms of assistance in both residential and community settings.
  • Assist with daily activities such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, and medication administration.
  • Facilitate the working relationships between employers and individuals served, and support community involvement by accompanying them on outings, or providing transportation to work or other activities.
  • Work closely with our clinical staff to support the therapeutic and behavioral plans in place.
  • Participate in activities of daily living which includes having FUN while you work.
  • Field trips, outdoor events, bowling, arts, etc.

Qualifications

Required

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent
  • Six months to one year of experience in the human services field (preferred)
  • Valid Driver's License from state of residence
  • Must be minimum of 18 years of age
  • Successful clearance of background checks
  • A caring attitude with a dedication to assisting others
  • A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach
  • A commitment to quality in everything you do
  • Must be able to speak, read, and write English including the ability to comprehend complex verbal and written instructions, independently complete and pass competency based trainings, document task/service completion, effectively communicate with colleagues, supervisors, administration and clients, as well as implement health care/behavioral protocols relevant to the position/job title.

Full Job Description

NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans.

**Caregiver** **_Sarasota / Siesta, FL_**

**_NOW OFFERING:_** **_Milestone Bonus of $2,000 PLUS opportunities for pay increase_**

**_qualifiers upon hire!_**

**THANK YOU** for your interested in NeuroRestorative _the locally preferred brand for Brain & Spinal Cord Injury services_ . Our direct support staff plays a crucial role at each of our programs providing behavioral support, care, and collaboration amongst participants, their families & healthcare providers to enhance the lives of those we serve to make a difference **EVERY SINGLE DAY!**

**Position Overview:**

+ Provide training, assistance and supervision to individuals receiving care in the areas of living skills, therapeutic recreation, and other forms of assistance in both residential and community settings.

+ Assist with daily activities such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, and medication administration.

+ Facilitate the working relationships between employers and individuals served, and support community involvement by accompanying them on outings, or providing transportation to work or other activities.

+ Work closely with our clinical staff to support the therapeutic and behavioral plans in place.

+ Participate in activities of daily living which includes having FUN while you work!!

+ Field trips, outdoor events, bowling, arts, etc...

Whether you have previous experience in a similar role OR you are ready to take on a position where you truly make an impact... **WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!**

**_Qualifications:_**

+ High School Diploma or GED equivalent

+ Six months to one year of experience in the human services field (preferred)

+ Valid Driver's License from state of residence

+ Must be minimum of 18 years of age

+ Successful clearance of background checks

+ A caring attitude with a dedication to assisting others

+ A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach

+ A commitment to quality in everything you do

+ Must be able to speak, read, and write English including the ability to comprehend complex verbal and written instructions, independently complete and pass competency based trainings, document task/service completion, effectively communicate with colleagues, supervisors, administration and clients, as well as implement health care/behavioral protocols relevant to the position/job title.

**_Why Join OUR Team?_**

+ Schedule **FLEXIBILITY** : _Full, Part-time, and As Needed schedules available_

+ Paid Time Off and Health benefits to employees working a **minimum of 30 hours/week**

+ Paid training, Holiday pay, Mileage reimbursement

+ **ENDLESS** Career development and advancement opportunities

+ Work with some of the best co-workers you could ask for and see your impact on the lives of those individuals we serve, while having **FUN**

+ A dynamic work environment where no day is ever the same as the next

+ Since our funding comes from Federal and State payers, we offer stability, and **secure work opportunities**

EOE/AAE/ADA

**_Work with fantastic co-workers - Come join our team - Apply Today!_**

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.

_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._