Caregiver, Healthcare Nursing, Community Health

Mentor Community Services
, a part of the Sevita family, provides community‑based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You’ll join a mission‑driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day.

Position Type: Non‑exempt, full‑time or part‑time, hourly role.
Hours: 2nd shift 3pm‑11pm (every other Monday & Friday and every other weekend).
Pay Class: Part Time.
Rate per Hour: $15.00.
Site

Location:

Columbia, SC 29209.
Requirements: Must have an active SC driver’s license for the last 12 months.

• Deliver support per individual service/program plans, including socialization, health maintenance, medication administration, skill/behavioral development.
• Assist with daily activities: personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community integration, shopping, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.
• Provide direct support in residential or periodic programs, typically supporting 4‑6 individuals (residential) or up to 10 (periodic).

• Direct Support:
  Assist with socialization, personal care, housekeeping, recreation, transportation, community orientation, shopping, financial management, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.
• Records:
  Accurately document progress, review records and logs, maintain confidentiality.
• Relationships:
  Maintain professional relationships with individuals, families, guardians, and case managers; greet visitors; implement Sevita Customer Service Standards.
• Reporting:
  Report abuse/neglect allegations, medical, behavioral and other incidents in accordance with Sevita policy and external requirements.
• Rights:
  Respect rights of persons served, practice universal precautions, assist individuals in exercising their rights.

• Accompany individuals to medical appointments; relay orders and information to/from providers.
• Medications:
  Accurately administer or support self‑administration, document delivery, report errors, maintain security of controlled medications.
• General Health Care:
  Monitor health, document concerns, communicate with nurse or supervisor; call 911 in emergencies; follow health directives.
• Medical Supplies & Equipment:
  Follow procedures for use of equipment; report malfunction or disrepair.
• Meal Preparation:
  Prepare or support meal preparation per menus and individual choice; monitor mealtimes; implement dining plans.

• Training:
  Attend orientation and ongoing training; participate in monthly staff meetings.
• Employee Scheduling:
  Work scheduled hours; arrive on time; stay until replacement arrives; notify supervisor of absences.
• Teamwork:
  Work collaboratively, communicate openly, listen, and show respect to others.
• Workplace Safety:
  Comply with safety policies and procedures; report hazards; participate in safety training.

• Vehicles:
  Transport individuals safely; report accidents and safety concerns immediately.
• Housekeeping:
  Perform daily and seasonal housekeeping; maintain safe environment; report hazards.
• Maintenance & Repair:
  Monitor safety, perform minor repairs, yard maintenance, and snow removal; report needed repairs.
• Safety:
  Check water temperature when assisting with bathing; participate in safety drills.

• Perform other duties and activities as required.
• MPA = Mobile Punch Authorized for timekeeping.

• None

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Six months of experience in human services (preferred).
• Working knowledge of computers.
• Must be 18 years of age.

• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Car registration and vehicle insurance if providing transportation.
• All state‑required training(s) and certification(s) completed in mandated time frames.
• Maintain valid driver’s license, meet insurance requirements, and be approved to drive for the company.

• Work at the program location; may accompany individuals into the community.

• Heavy work: exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community‑based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence.

As an equal‑opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.