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Sevita

Direct Support Professional

Sevita, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262

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Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community‑based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves a fulfilling career. You’ll join a mission‑driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day.

Summary

Position type: Non‑exempt, full‑time or part‑time, hourly role.

Scope of role: Responsible for providing direct support within a single program or unit, typically supporting 4–6 individuals in residential settings, or up to 10 individuals in periodic programs.

Key responsibilities:

Deliver support per individual service/program plans, including socialization, health maintenance, medication administration, skill/behavioral development.

Assist with daily activities: personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community integration, shopping, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.

Provide direct support or assistance in accordance with individual service or program plans; assist with socialization and behavioral development, personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community orientation, shopping, financial management, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.

Accurately document progress and activity; review records and logs to stay abreast of changes in service plans; maintain confidentiality.

Maintain healthy and professional relationships with individuals, friends, families, guardians, and case managers; implement Sevita Customer Service Standards.

Report any instances of alleged abuse or neglect according to internal and external standards; report medical, behavioral, and other incidents in accordance with Sevita policy and external requirements.

Assist individuals in exercising their rights; practice universal precautions; prepare or support individuals to prepare food in accordance with planned menus and individual choice; monitor mealtime and correctly implement any dining plans.

Minimum Knowledge And Skills Required

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Six months of experience in human services preferred.

Must be 18 years of age.

Working knowledge of computers.

Valid driver’s license good standing (if providing transportation).

All state‑required training(s) and certification(s) completed in mandated timeframes.

Work Environment

Works at the program location and may accompany individuals into the community.

Physical Requirements

Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

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.

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