Caregiver

About the Role

Mentor Community Services, part of the Sevita family, supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through community-based care. The organization is built around the belief that every person should have the chance to live well and every team member should have work that feels meaningful. In this role, you will be part of a purpose-driven team and help create positive relationships that make an impact each day.

Role Overview

This full-time, onsite Direct Support Professional (DSP) position is focused on helping individuals live more independently, stay connected to their communities, and work toward personal and developmental goals. The job combines hands-on support, encouragement, and companionship in a setting where compassion and reliability matter.

What You Will Do

• Help participants work toward personal and developmental goals such as managing money, eating well, joining community activities, and enjoying recreation.
• Develop supportive, trusted relationships while serving as a mentor, advocate, and friend.
• Bring initiative to your work and contribute ideas in an environment where leadership values employee input.
• Encourage inclusion by supporting access to community events, outings, and preferred activities.
• Assist with day-to-day living tasks, including meal preparation, taking medication, personal care, and transportation for activities and outings.
• Provide patient and compassionate support in general daily assistance.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay rate of $15.00 per hour.
• On-demand pay is available for greater flexibility.
• Full benefits are offered to full-time employees.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Stable full-time onsite schedule.
• Growth opportunities within a large nationwide organization.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, adaptability, multitasking ability, teamwork, and time management.
• Personal traits suited to the work include patience, compassion, reliability, and responsibility.
• A valid driver’s license and access to a registered vehicle with insurance are preferred.

About Sevita

Sevita is a major provider of specialized home- and community-based health care services. Its mission is to help people live fuller, more independent lives through individualized support, regardless of physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges. The organization has been serving communities for more than 50 years, with a team of 40,000 working across the United States to support around 50,000 individuals.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sevita is committed to fair hiring practices 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.