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Summary
Pay Class: Part-Time
Hours Available: Overnight (including weekends)
Site Location: West Jacksonville, Florida 32244
Rate of Pay: $15.00 per hour
Position Type: Non-exempt, hourly role (full-time or part-time)
Scope of Role
Provide direct support within a single program or unit.
Support 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.
Essential Job Functions
Direct Support: Assist with personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community orientation, shopping, financial management, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.
Records: Accurately document progress and activity; review records and logs; maintain confidentiality.
Management of Individuals’ Assets: Make cost-effective and appropriate purchases within the budget of the individual served and according to their choice / preference.
Relationships: Maintain healthy and professional relationships with individuals, friends, families, guardians and case managers; implement Sevita Customer Service Standards.
Reporting: Report any instance of alleged abuse or neglect and report medical, behavioral and other incidents in accordance with Sevita policy and external requirements.
Rights: Maintain confidentiality, respect the rights of persons being served, practice universal precautions, assist individuals in exercising their rights.
Health Care
Appointments: May accompany individuals to medical appointments; relay orders and information to and from medical providers as required.
Medications: Accurately administer or support self-administration of medication and document delivery of medications and treatments; promptly report administration errors; maintain appropriate security of controlled medications and other medications and supplies.
General Health Care: Monitor individual’s health; document health concerns; communicate with nurse or supervisor as appropriate; call 911 in the event of emergency; follow individual health care directives.
Medical Supplies and Equipment: Correctly follow procedures in utilizing medical equipment; report malfunction or disrepair.
Meal Preparation: Prepare or support individuals to prepare food in accordance with planned menus and individual choice; know special diets and prepare individual meals accordingly; monitor mealtime and correctly implement any dining plans.
Employment Responsibilities
Training: Attend orientation and ongoing training as directed; participate in monthly staff meetings.
Employee Scheduling: Work scheduled hours; arrive for work on time; stay on shift until replacement arrives; notify supervisor in advance when unable to work as scheduled.
Teamwork: Work together with others; value others’ contributions; be courteous; communicate openly; listen; show respect to others.
Workplace Safety: Comply with all established safety policies, procedures, and rules; report unsafe hazards to supervisor and participate in safety related training or activities.
Maintenance
Vehicles: Transport individuals into the community; drive safely and according to local laws; ensure proper use of safety equipment; report accidents and safety concerns.
Housekeeping: Perform daily and seasonal housekeeping as directed; maintain neat, clean and safe environment; report hazards or safety concerns.
Maintenance and Repair: Monitor environmental safety; perform minor repairs, change light bulbs, etc.; report equipment or facilities requiring repairs.
Safety: Check water temperature when assisting with bathing; participate in safety drills and protect persons being served in the event of emergency.
Other
Perform other duties and activities as required.
MPA = Mobile Punch Authorized for timekeeping.
Minimum Knowledge And Skills Required For The Job
High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
Six months of experience in human services (preferred).Must be 18 years of age.
Working knowledge of computers.
Certificates, Licenses, And Registrations
Valid driver’s license in good standing.
Car registration and vehicle insurance if providing transportation for individuals receiving services.
All state-required training(s) and certification(s) completed in mandated timeframes.
Maintain valid driver’s license, meet all insurance requirements, and be approved by management to be a driver for the company.
Work Environment
Works at the program location and may accompany individuals into the community.
Physical Requirements
Heavy Work: Exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Sevita EEO Statement 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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Direct Support Professional
role at
Sevita . Be among the first 25 applicants.
Summary
Pay Class: Part-Time
Hours Available: Overnight (including weekends)
Site Location: West Jacksonville, Florida 32244
Rate of Pay: $15.00 per hour
Position Type: Non-exempt, hourly role (full-time or part-time)
Scope of Role
Provide direct support within a single program or unit.
Support 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.
Essential Job Functions
Direct Support: Assist with personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community orientation, shopping, financial management, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.
Records: Accurately document progress and activity; review records and logs; maintain confidentiality.
Management of Individuals’ Assets: Make cost-effective and appropriate purchases within the budget of the individual served and according to their choice / preference.
Relationships: Maintain healthy and professional relationships with individuals, friends, families, guardians and case managers; implement Sevita Customer Service Standards.
Reporting: Report any instance of alleged abuse or neglect and report medical, behavioral and other incidents in accordance with Sevita policy and external requirements.
Rights: Maintain confidentiality, respect the rights of persons being served, practice universal precautions, assist individuals in exercising their rights.
Health Care
Appointments: May accompany individuals to medical appointments; relay orders and information to and from medical providers as required.
Medications: Accurately administer or support self-administration of medication and document delivery of medications and treatments; promptly report administration errors; maintain appropriate security of controlled medications and other medications and supplies.
General Health Care: Monitor individual’s health; document health concerns; communicate with nurse or supervisor as appropriate; call 911 in the event of emergency; follow individual health care directives.
Medical Supplies and Equipment: Correctly follow procedures in utilizing medical equipment; report malfunction or disrepair.
Meal Preparation: Prepare or support individuals to prepare food in accordance with planned menus and individual choice; know special diets and prepare individual meals accordingly; monitor mealtime and correctly implement any dining plans.
Employment Responsibilities
Training: Attend orientation and ongoing training as directed; participate in monthly staff meetings.
Employee Scheduling: Work scheduled hours; arrive for work on time; stay on shift until replacement arrives; notify supervisor in advance when unable to work as scheduled.
Teamwork: Work together with others; value others’ contributions; be courteous; communicate openly; listen; show respect to others.
Workplace Safety: Comply with all established safety policies, procedures, and rules; report unsafe hazards to supervisor and participate in safety related training or activities.
Maintenance
Vehicles: Transport individuals into the community; drive safely and according to local laws; ensure proper use of safety equipment; report accidents and safety concerns.
Housekeeping: Perform daily and seasonal housekeeping as directed; maintain neat, clean and safe environment; report hazards or safety concerns.
Maintenance and Repair: Monitor environmental safety; perform minor repairs, change light bulbs, etc.; report equipment or facilities requiring repairs.
Safety: Check water temperature when assisting with bathing; participate in safety drills and protect persons being served in the event of emergency.
Other
Perform other duties and activities as required.
MPA = Mobile Punch Authorized for timekeeping.
Minimum Knowledge And Skills Required For The Job
High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
Six months of experience in human services (preferred).Must be 18 years of age.
Working knowledge of computers.
Certificates, Licenses, And Registrations
Valid driver’s license in good standing.
Car registration and vehicle insurance if providing transportation for individuals receiving services.
All state-required training(s) and certification(s) completed in mandated timeframes.
Maintain valid driver’s license, meet all insurance requirements, and be approved by management to be a driver for the company.
Work Environment
Works at the program location and may accompany individuals into the community.
Physical Requirements
Heavy Work: Exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Sevita EEO Statement 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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