Direct Support Professional SOUTHWEST

About the Organization

ResCare Community Living, part of the Sevita family, delivers support services that help people live more independently, strengthen daily living skills, and stay engaged in their communities. Since 1974, the organization has worked with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, offering person-focused care designed to promote growth and greater independence.

Role Overview

In this caregiver role, you will help participants build confidence, maintain daily routines, and enjoy meaningful community involvement. The work centers on supporting independence while also providing compassionate assistance to people with developmental goals and more complex support needs.

What You Will Do

• Provide caring, rewarding support that helps individuals learn, develop, and live well.
• Build positive, genuine relationships with the people you assist.
• Work with a high level of trust and autonomy from leadership to make participant-focused decisions.
• Encourage community participation and support involvement in favorite activities.
• Assist with goals such as budgeting, physical activity, and nutrition.
• Help participants with personal hygiene and everyday personal care needs.
• Support individuals who may experience behavioral challenges or other complex needs.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay on demand with competitive compensation.
• Full benefits available for full-time employees.
• 401(k) plan with a 3% company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Supportive supervisors who are invested in participant care and employee wellbeing.
• Stable employment with a well-established and growing organization.
• Training and development resources to support long-term career growth.

Requirements

• High school diploma or an equivalent qualification.
• At least six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance.
• Strong communication, adaptability, multitasking, teamwork, and time management skills.
• A patient, compassionate, dependable, and responsible approach to work.

Additional Information

Sevita is a major provider of home- and community-based specialized healthcare services, supporting people with a wide range of physical, intellectual, and behavioral challenges. The organization has been serving individuals for more than 50 years and employs about 40,000 team members across the United States, supporting roughly 50,000 individuals.

Equal Opportunity

The employer follows an equal opportunity policy and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other protected characteristic.