Sevita·Alafaya, Florida
Provide direct support and personal care to individuals with brain, spinal cord, and medically complex injuries. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, administering medications, and transporting clients to community appointments.
NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges.
In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans.
Direct Support Professional Part-time up to 24 hours per week / (all shifts and weekends) Starting Pay Rate is $15/hr. or more depending on experience ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function listed below.
Personnel Training: Attends orientation and on-going training as directed; participates in monthly staff meetings.
Employee Scheduling: Works scheduled hours; arrives for work on time; stays on shift until replacement arrives; notifies supervisor in advance when unable to work as scheduled or as soon as possible after the designated start time; may fill in for other shifts where required without causing unapproved overtime, or in the event of emergency.
Accurately documents progress and activity; reviews records and logs to stay abreast of changes in service plans; maintains confidentiality; accurately and timely completes billing documentation as applicable.
Management of
Individuals’
Assets: Assists with money management, as assigned, and assures safety of individuals’ funds and property.
Maintains healthy and professional relationships with individuals, friends, families, guardians and case managers; greets family members and other visitors; implements Network Customer Service Standards.
Reports any instance of alleged abuse or neglect according to internal and external standards; reports medical, behavioral and other incidents in accordance with Network policy and external requirements.
Maintains confidentiality, respects the rights of persons being served, according to the applicable bill of rights; practices universal precautions; assists individuals in exercising their rights.
Health
Care
Appointments: May accompany individuals to medical appointments; relays orders and information to and from medical providers as required.
If assigned, accurately administers and documents delivery of medications and treatments; promptly reports administration errors; maintains appropriate security of controlled medications and other medications and supplies.
General
Health
Care: Monitors individual’s health; documents health concerns; communicates with nurse or supervisor as appropriate; calls 911 in the event of emergency; follows individual health care directives.
Medical
Supplies and
Equipment: Correctly follows procedures in utilizing medical equipment; reports malfunction or disrepair.
Dietary planning: Prepares or supports individuals to prepare food in accordance with planned menus and individual choice; knows special diets and prepares individual meals accordingly; monitors mealtime and correctly implements any dining plans.
Maintenance
Vehicles: May transport individuals into the community; drives safely and according to local laws; assures proper use of safety equipment including seat belts, lifts and wheelchair ties; reports accidents to appropriate authorities immediately; reports accidents and safety concerns immediately to supervisor or maintenance personnel.
Performs daily and seasonal housekeeping as directed; maintains neat, clean and safe environment; reports hazards or safety concerns.
Maintenance and
Repair: Monitors environmental safety and may make minor repairs, change light bulbs, etc.; may perform yard maintenance including keeping walkways safe and snow removal; reports equipment or facilities requiring repairs to supervisor or maintenance personnel as required.
Checks water temperature as required when assisting with bathing; participates in safety drills and protects persons being served in the event of emergency.
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.
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and must be at least 18 years old. A valid driver's license and vehicle insurance are required for those providing transportation.
Market context
Direct Support Professional roles in Florida are often in steady demand because providers need dependable staff to support daily living, safety, and community participation. This role is competitive when candidates already have a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and some human services experience, since state-required training is also part of the hire process. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your training status and be ready to describe any hands-on support experience.