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Mentor Community Services

A part of the Sevita family, Mentor Community Services provides community‑based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 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.

Position Type:
Non‑exempt, full‑time or part‑time, hourly role.
Scope of Role:
Provide direct support within a single program or unit, typically supporting 4‑6 individuals in residential settings or up to 10 individuals in periodic programs.

• Deliver service 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.

• Direct Support:
  Assist socialization and behavioral development, personal care, housekeeping, recreation, transportation, shopping, financial management, citizenship, and other activities of daily living as outlined in individual service or program plans.
• Records:
  Accurately document progress and activity; review records and logs to stay abreast of changes; maintain confidentiality.
• Management of Individuals’ Assets:
  Make cost‑effective purchases within the individual’s budget and according to their preferences.
• Relationships:
  Maintain healthy professional relationships with individuals, families, guardians and case managers; greet visitors; implement Sevita Customer Service Standards.
• Reporting:
  Report incidents of alleged abuse or neglect, medical or behavioral incidents, and other events in accordance with Sevita policy and external requirements.
• Rights:
  Maintain confidentiality, respect rights of persons served, practice universal precautions, and assist individuals in exercising their rights.

• Appointments:
  Accompany individuals to medical appointments as needed and relay orders and information to providers.
• Medications:
  Accurately administer or support self‑administration; document delivery; report errors; maintain security of controlled medications.
• General Health Care:
  Monitor health, document concerns, communicate with nurses or supervisors, call 911 in emergencies, and follow health care directives.
• Medical Supplies and Equipment:
  Use equipment correctly and report malfunctions.
• Meal Preparation:
  Prepare or support individuals in food preparation according to menus, dietary restrictions, and dining plans.

• Training:
  Attend orientation and ongoing training; participate in monthly staff meetings.
• Employee Scheduling:
  Work scheduled hours, arrive on time, stay until replacement arrives, notify supervisor of absences promptly, and fill shifts when required without causing unapproved overtime.
• Teamwork:
  Work collaboratively with others, value contributions, communicate openly, listen, and show respect.
• Workplace Safety:
  Comply with safety policies, report hazards, and participate in safety training or activities.

• Vehicles:
  Transport individuals safely, use safety equipment, and report accidents or safety concerns immediately.
• Housekeeping:
  Perform daily and seasonal housekeeping; maintain a safe environment and report hazards.
• Maintenance and Repair:
  Monitor safety, make minor repairs, perform yard maintenance, and report equipment or facilities needing repair.
• Safety:
  Check water temperature during bathing; participate in safety drills and protect served persons during emergencies.

• Perform other duties and activities as required.
• MPA = Mobile Punch Authorized for timekeeping.

• None

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Six months of human services experience preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Working knowledge of computers.

• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Car registration and vehicle insurance if transportation is provided.
• All state‑required training(s) and certification(s) completed in mandated time frames.
• Maintain valid driver’s…