Direct Support Professional

Job overview

The Direct Support Professional is an onsite role based in Bakersfield, CA, with compensation not specified. This position supports the Mentor Community Services department, a part of the Sevita family, which provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role involves providing assistance and strategies to help individuals live as independently as possible. The professional will support participants with daily living skills, medication administration, and community outings, while working closely with clinical staff.

What you'll do

• Provide transportation and community support
• assist with daily living skills
• administer medication
• support developmental goals
• assist with personal hygiene
• redirect behavioral challenges.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

part-time

day shift

bakersfield ca

sevita

direct care

weekend work

caregiver

idd services

community services

human services

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) with 3% match, Paid time off, Holiday pay.

Why this role

Part-time and as-needed schedules available; 3% company match on 401(k).

About the employer

Sevita is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.