Direct Support Professional

About the Role

Mentor Community Services, part of the Sevita family, offers community-based support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The organization is built on the belief that every person should have the chance to live well, and that meaningful work should be just as fulfilling. In this role, you will be part of a purpose-driven team that builds real connections and helps people thrive each day.

What You’ll Do

• Provide day-to-day support that helps individuals grow, learn, and live more independently.
• Build trusted, meaningful relationships with the people you assist.
• Use good judgment and initiative while carrying out support plans and participant needs.
• Encourage community involvement and participation in preferred activities.
• Support developmental goals such as budgeting, physical activity, and healthy nutrition.
• Assist with personal hygiene and care for individuals who may have behavioral challenges or more complex support needs.

What Makes This Opportunity Valuable

• Competitive pay with pay-on-demand access.
• Full benefits for full-time staff, including a 401(k) plan with a 3% company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay to support work-life balance.
• Guidance and support from supervisors who care about participants and employee wellbeing.
• Stable employment with a well-established organization that continues to grow.
• Training and development resources to help you build a lasting career.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination is preferred.
• Strong communication, flexibility, multitasking, teamwork, and time-management abilities.
• Personal qualities such as patience, compassion, dependability, and responsibility.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance.

About Sevita

Sevita is a major provider of specialized home- and community-based care. Its focus is helping people live fuller and more independent lives through individualized support, whether their challenges are physical, intellectual, or behavioral. The company has been serving communities for more than 50 years, and its large team continues to improve care for tens of thousands of people across the United States.

Equal Opportunity

The employer follows an equal opportunity hiring 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 legally protected status.