Direct Support Professional

About the role

Join our supportive and caring team as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in various sites in and around Columbus, OH. The schedule is Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm. Hourly wage is $18.00 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Personalize communication and task-training approaches to match each participant's learning style and individual needs.
• Encourage growth and independence by helping participants improve work and life skills and support progress toward personal goals and outcomes.
• Assist participants in completing cleaning contract duties and safely using work supplies, machinery, tools, and cleaning equipment.
• Teach new hard and soft skills in real-world work settings while promoting confidence and independence.
• Support daily living needs such as health maintenance, personal hygiene, and other daily living activities as needed.
• Document services provided and help maintain compliance with CMS, DODD, OOD, and CARF standards.
• Maintain a safe, healthy, and supportive work environment for everyone served.
• Help participants gain confidence, develop abilities, and experience greater independence and inclusion every day.

Requirements

• Must submit to a BCII/FBI background check and Nurses Aid & Abuser Registry checks.
• Maintain American Red Cross or equivalent first aid and CPR certification.
• Valid State of Ohio Driver’s License and insurability standards.
• Complete eight hours of training as required by The Ohio Department of Developmental upon hire.
• Pass a drug screen.

Culture and Benefits

ARC Voyagers offers great benefits including paid time off, holidays, and leave options; comprehensive health insurance; employer-paid dental and vision plans; basic life insurance; voluntary life, disability, and other insurance plans; a 403(b) savings plan with company match; and access to an employee assistance program. Additionally, there are opportunities for training, education assistance, and professional growth.