Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You'll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a career well lived.
Multiple Locations Available!
Map Links: Logansport, IN
Peru, IN
Kokomo, IN
Direct Support Professional Caregiver 15.75/hr with On Demand Pay Options Would you like to make a difference every day in someone's life? Based in community settings, and working closely with our clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans, DSPs provide assistance and strategies to the individuals we serve to live as independently as possible.
- Transportation and support out in the community: outings/field trips, medical appointments, and shopping
- Assist with daily living skills including meal preparation and assist with medication administration
- Provide guidance on a range of developmental goals from community participation, household budgeting, exercise, nutrition, and supporting vocational responsibilities
- Support persons served with living skills such as personal hygiene, grooming, and/or bathing
Requirements for Direct Support Professional Caregiver: - Must currently have a valid driver's license and have been legally authorized to drive without restriction for at least 1 year post-learner's permit.
- A vehicle to drive to work each shift
- Vehicle insurance, your name must be on the policy as a driver
- Successful clearance of background checks
- High School Diploma or GED
- Must be minimum of 18 years of age
Preferred qualifications but not required: - Six months of experience in human services preferred
- A reliable, responsible attitude, compassionate approach, and a commitment to quality in everything you do
Why Join Us as a Direct Support Professional Caregiver?
- Full, Part-time, and As Needed schedules available
- On Demand Pay Options Available
- Full compensation/benefits package for employees working full-time hours
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers
- Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities
We have meaningful work for you - come join our team - Apply Today!
As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.
