Program Specialist (DSP) - Mon-Fri 1st Shift
ViaQuest, Inc. · Akron, OH · 2 wk ago
OTHR$17.3/hrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Providing direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Fostering increased independence, choice and empowerment while ensuring health and safety needs are met.
- Supervising, teaching, and assisting individuals in all aspects of their life.
- Transporting individuals between their homes and the Day Program using a company passenger van.
- Providing personal care assistance.
- Participating in community outings with the assistance of the individuals served.
Requirements
- At least 18 years of age.
- A high school diploma or GED.
- A valid OH driver's license.
- A Motor Vehicle Record meeting ViaQuest's Authorized Driver Criteria.
- The ability to push, lift or carry up to 50 lbs., climb, balance, kneel, and crouch.
- One year of IDD experience, three to five years preferred.
What ViaQuest Can Offer You
- Paid training including CPR and First Aid courses and certifications.
- Benefit package for full-time employees (medical, vision, dental, disability, life insurance, and a 401k).
- Paid-time off.
- Premium holiday pay.
- Annual pay increases.
- Employee referral bonus program.
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