Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Weekends- (1st and 2nd shift)

Responsibilities

• Providing direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Foster increased independence, choice and empowerment while ensuring health and safety needs are met.
• Working together as a team to meet the needs of those served.
• Teaching and assisting individuals in all aspects of their 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.
• A personal, reliable vehicle that can be used to transport individuals served.
• A valid (Indiana) driver's license and car insurance.
• The ability to push, lift or carry up to 50 lbs., and the ability to climb, balance, kneel and crouch.
• Limited "non-driving" positions available.
• Experience in the field of developmental disabilities or direct care is preferred but not required.
• The ability to pass background checks.

About the Role

At ViaQuest Community Solutions, we provide quality support and services to individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes. This opportunity offers a great chance to make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve!

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.
• A variety of flexible schedules.
• Employee referral bonus program.

Pay

$15.75 per hour

Schedule

Weekend positions on Saturdays and Sundays (1st and 2nd shifts needed)