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Caregiver In Ashland, Ky

D&S Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. 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. Caregiver In Ashland, Ky Pay Rate: $14.50 Hrly Must have full valid Driver's License that you have held for 12 months and a reliable vehicle with proof of auto insurance and registration used to transport clients.

Hours: Full-Time (32 or more hrs per week) We do NOT offer traditional Monday-Friday 8 AM - 5 PM shifts. Work schedules are based on client needs and include mostly nights and weekends such as 12-hour shifts (8 AM - 8 PM/ 8 PM - 8 AM) and 16-hour shifts (4 PM - 8 AM). We have locations in Ashland and Louisa.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have a valid driver's license held for at least 12 months (permits and intermediates DO NOT QUALIFY).
• Must have a reliable vehicle with current insurance and registration for use throughout your shift to transport clients to appointments or outings.
• All new hires must attend a paid orientation for two weeks, Monday through Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM regardless of whether they are Full-Time, Part-Time or PRN.

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Thrive As A Caregiver At Sevita. Each Day, You'll:

• Be proud of rewarding work helping people grow, learn, and live well
• Develop real, meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve
• Experience ownership and trust from your leaders to do what's right for participants
• Take initiative to help participants be part of the community and enjoy their favorite activities
• Support participants with developmental goals like budgeting, exercise, and nutrition

You'll assist people with their personal hygiene and support individuals who can have behavioral challenges and other complex needs. Duties include meal prep, medication administration, housekeeping, and personal care (e.g., feeding, dressing, hygiene, toileting). You may also provide total care, including lifting, transferring, and using equipment like gait belts and Hoyer lifts. If you're compassionate, patient, and find meaning in this type of work, you'll find a promising future at Sevita.

Every Person Deserves A Fulfilling Career:

• Competitive Pay: Pay on Demand, Full benefits package for full-time employees, including a 401(k) with a 3% company match
• Time Off: Paid time off plus holiday pay to recharge so you can be your best at work
• Network of Support: Supervisors who care deeply about the participants and your wellbeing
• Job Security: A stable job at an established, growing company
• Learning and Development: We invest in your development and provide the tools and training you need to have a fulfilling career

What You'll Bring To Sevita:

• Education: If younger than 21 years of age, High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience: Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination preferred
• Skills: Communication, adaptability, multi-tasking, teamwork, time-management
• Behaviors: Patient, compassionate, reliable, responsible
• Driver's License: Held a full and valid Driver's License for at least 12 months. Permits or Intermediates do not qualify.
• Vehicle: Valid Driver's license and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance

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.