Direct Support Life Skills Trainer

Sevita   Bloomington, IL   Full-time     Mental Health
Posted on May 29, 2024

Life Skills Trainer Caregiver -  Fulltime or Part-time 1st shift, 2nd or 3rd shift (7am - 9pm or 3pm - 11pm or 11pm - 9am)

**Starting Pay Rate $16/hr. or more depending on experience & $500 SIGN ON BONUS**

Adolescent Program serving individuals 14-22 years of age.

Would you like to make a difference every day in someone’s life? In this role you will carry out rewarding work and play a crucial role in the success of our organization.

  • Provide training, assistance and supervision to individuals receiving care in the areas of living skills, therapeutic recreation, and other forms of assistance in both residential and community settings.
  • Assist with daily activities such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, and medication administration.
  • Facilitate the working relationships between employers and individuals served, and support community involvement by accompanying them on outings, or providing transportation to work or other activities.
  • Work closely with our clinical staff to support the therapeutic and behavioral plans in place.

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent
  • Six months to one year of experience in the human services field
  • Valid Driver's License from state of residence
  • Must be minimum of 21 years of age
  • Successful clearance of background checks
  • A caring attitude with a dedication to assisting others
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication skills
  • A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach
  • A commitment to quality in everything you do

Whether you have previous experience in a role like this, or this just sounds like the type of impact you want to make… we want to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

  • Full, Part-time, and As Needed schedules available
  • Paid Time Off and Health benefits to employees working a minimum of 30 hours/week
  • Paid training, Holiday pay, Mileage reimbursement
  • Career development and advancement opportunities
  • Work with some of the best co-workers you could ask for and see your impact on the lives of those individuals we serve
  • A dynamic work environment where no day is ever the same as the next
  • Since our funding comes from Federal and State payers, we offer stability, and secure work opportunities

Work with fantastic co-workers - Come join our team – Apply Today!