Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional at Sevita
. Join our mission‑driven team to help youth in residential and foster care settings. We provide personalized programming to promote stability, confidence, and independence.

Job Overview

• Hours:
  
  Part‑time day, night, overnight shifts.
• Location:
  
  Slayden House – Thomaston, GA.
• Rate: $14.50 per hour.
• Position type:
  Non‑exempt, full‑time or part‑time, hourly.

Scope of Role

• Support a unit with 4–6 individuals in residential settings or up to 10 in periodic programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver services per individual plans: 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 Functions & Services

• Direct support and assistance as per individual service plans.
• Accurate record‑keeping, maintaining confidentiality.
• Responsible management of individuals’ assets within budget.
• Maintain healthy professional relationships with individuals, families, case managers.
• Report abuse or neglect, medical and behavioral incidents per policy.

Health Care Responsibilities

• Accompany to medical appointments; relay orders to providers.
• Administer or support self‑administration of medication; document accurately.
• Monitor health, communicate with nurse/supervisor, call 911 in emergencies.
• Use medical equipment correctly; report malfunctions.
• Prepare or assist with meals per menus; accommodate special diets.

Employment Responsibilities

• Attend orientation, ongoing training, monthly staff meetings.
• Work scheduled hours, notify supervisor in advance of absences, fill in for shifts as required.
• Demonstrate teamwork, courtesy, respect.
• Maintain a safe workplace, report hazards, participate in safety training.

Maintenance

• Vehicle responsibilities: transport with safety, report accidents.
• Housekeeping and environmental safety; perform minor repairs.
• Ensure safety during bathing, participate in drills.

Other Duties

• Perform additional duties as required.
• Use Mobile Punch for timekeeping.

Minimum Knowledge & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of human services experience preferred.
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Computer proficiency.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

• Valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance if providing transportation.
• All state‑required training and certification completed.
• Adherence to company MVR driving record requirements.

Work Environment

• Work at program location; may accompany individuals into community.

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, 20 pounds constantly.

Addendum

• CS New Jersey – Refer to CS NJ Addendum – Direct Support Professional _1001 _ MPA 3429.
• Employees must cooperate with the licensee and Department of Human Services staff during inspections.
• Must maintain valid driver’s license in good standing (state variations considered).
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Drug testing and criminal background checks as per policy.
• Proficiency in all required training areas.
• Minimum age 18 years.

Join Our Team

Join Georgia Mentor’s mission of helping everyone live a full and happy life. Apply today for a rewarding career well‑lived.

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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