Direct Support Professional

Job overview

The Direct Support Professional role is an onsite position based in Lincoln Park, NJ. The pay rate is $19.71 per hour. Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care, dedicated to helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities live full, independent lives. This role exists to provide direct care and support to individuals, assisting with personal hygiene, behavioral challenges, and daily living goals such as nutrition and exercise to foster growth and independence.

What you'll do

• Assist with personal hygiene and daily living activities.
• Support individuals with behavioral challenges.
• Help participants engage in community activities.
• Support developmental goals including budgeting and nutrition.
• Build meaningful relationships with individuals served.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

lincoln park nj

sevita

direct support professional

caregiver

human services

$19.71/hr

intellectual disabilities

developmental disabilities

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Pay on Demand, 401k with company match, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay

Why this role

Full-time position with $19.71/hr pay rate.

About the employer

Sevita is hiring for this role. Industry: Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability Facilities. Sector: 62.