Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Responsibilities

• Providing direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities – our goal is to foster increased independence, choice and empowerment while assuring that their health and safety needs are being met at all times.
• Supervising, teaching and assisting individuals in all aspects of his/her life.
• Completing various household tasks including meal preparation and maintaining a clean and safe living environment.
• Providing personal care assistance.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• A personal, reliable vehicle that you're willing and able to use to transport individuals served.
• A valid OH driver's license and car insurance.
• A Motor Vehicle Record must meet ViaQuest's Authorized Driver Criteria.
• Can push, lift or carry up to 50 lbs, and can climb, balance, kneel and crouch.

About the role

ViaQuest Residential Services provides support to individuals with developmental disabilities in intermediate care facilities and their homes. Training for this position is provided in its entirety, so no experience is required.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED is required.

Skills

N/A

Benefits

Paid training including CPR, First Aid and Medication Administration courses and certifications.
Benefit package for full-time employees (including medical, vision, dental, disability and life insurance and a 401k).
Paid-time off.
Premium holiday pay.
Mileage reimbursement.
Annual pay increases.
Employee referral bonus program.

Pay

$17.75-$18.75 per hour

Schedule

Variety of flexible schedules.