Direct Support Professional

Job overview

Direct Support Professional in Atlantic, IA. This is a Full Time, onsite position with a salary of $15.25/hour. Sevita provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role focuses on empowering individuals to achieve their personal and developmental goals, building meaningful connections, and supporting daily living. The goal is to help participants enjoy life to the fullest and integrate into their communities.

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.
• Support daily living: Assist with meal prep, medication, personal care, and outings—helping participants enjoy life to the fullest.
• Champion inclusion: Help people access their communities, attend events, and pursue their favorite activities.

What we're looking for

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Experience

High School Diploma or GED

Skills & competencies

direct support professional

full time

atlantic ia

sevita

caregiver

support services

intellectual disabilities

developmental disabilities

community support

on-demand pay

Benefits & perks

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

About the employer

Sevita is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.