Caregiver

About the Team

D&S Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. For over 50 years, our mission has been to help people live full, independent lives regardless of the challenges they face. Today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve across the U.S. We believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You will join a mission-driven team where you create relationships that motivate us all every day.

About the Role

As a Direct Support Professional, you will be the backbone of our community-based programs, providing essential support within residential settings or periodic programs. Your day will involve building meaningful connections with the individuals you serve, typically supporting 4 to 6 people in a home environment. You will assist with daily activities ranging from personal care and housekeeping to socialization, medication administration, and community integration. Whether you are preparing meals according to individual dietary needs, accompanying someone to a medical appointment, or helping them navigate the community, your role is to foster growth, independence, and dignity. This position is ideal for someone who values human connection and wants to make a tangible difference in the lives of others.

Hiring Process

Candidates must possess a valid, unrestricted driver's license for at least one year. All employees are required to cooperate with the licensee and Department of Human Services staff during any inspection, inquiry, or investigation. Prior to employment, all candidates must successfully complete criminal background checks, including checks against the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities and the Child Abuse Registry Information (CARI). Additionally, all employees hired after June 15, 2018, must submit to drug testing prior to employment and may be subject to random or for-cause testing. You must also demonstrate proficiency in all required trainings and meet age requirements (18+). If driving is part of your role, you must maintain a valid driver's license, car registration, and insurance, and pass the company's Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) requirements.

Equal Opportunity

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. 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.