Direct Support Professional

Job overview

Direct Support Professional at Sevita in Council Bluffs, IA. This is a part-time, onsite position. Compensation is not specified. Sevita provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role involves empowering individuals to achieve their personal and developmental goals, building meaningful connections, and supporting daily living activities. Responsibilities include assisting with meal prep, medication, personal care, and promoting community inclusion.

What you'll do

• Empower individuals to achieve their personal and developmental goals, from budgeting and nutrition to community involvement and recreation.
• Build meaningful connections—become a trusted mentor, advocate, and friend to those you support.
• Take initiative and make a difference every day, with the trust and support of leaders who value your ideas.
• Champion inclusion: Help people access their communities, attend events, and pursue their favorite activities.
• Support daily living: Assist with meal prep, medication, Personal care, and outings—helping participants enjoy life to the fullest.
• Show your community compassion and Patience: In addition to assisting in general Daily Living Skills, some of our exceptional individuals will also need help with personal hygiene.
• Some individuals may also have behavioral challenges and other complex needs.

What we're looking for

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent

Skills & competencies

direct support professional

caregiver

part-time

sevita

council bluffs ia

intellectual disabilities

developmental disabilities

community services

empowerment

inclusion

patient

compassionate

Benefits & perks

• Full medical, dental, vision, PTO, holiday pay, 401(k) with company match

About the employer

Sevita is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Personal Services. Sector: 81.