Day Program Aide (DSP for Day Program)

ViaQuest, Inc.; Grove City (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Benefits package (medical, vision, and

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Annual pay increases

Referral bonus

Job summary

ViaQuest, Inc. is hiring a DSP for Day Program (Program Specialist) in Grove City, OH. The role offers a full-time, first-shift schedule with training provided and no prior experience required.

Responsibilities include direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, supervision and teaching in daily activities, and safe transportation to and from the Day Program and community outings.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Ohio driver's license.
• Fewer than 6 points in the last three years on your motor vehicle record.
• Can push, lift or carry up to 50 lbs. and can climb, balance, kneel and crouch.

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.
• Transporting the individuals between their homes and the Day Program through the use of a company, passenger van.
• Providing personal care assistance.
• Participating in community outings through the transportation and assistance of the individuals served.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

DSP for Day Program (Program Specialist)

A Great Opportunity / $16.25 - $17.25 per hour - (Full Time Monday- Friday 1st shift)

At ViaQuest Day & Employment Services we provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities within our Day Program. Training for this position is provided in its entirety so no experience is required.

Responsibilities may include:

• 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.
• Transporting the individuals between their homes and the Day Program through the use of a company, passenger van.
• Providing personal care assistance.
• Participating in community outings through the transportation and assistance of the individuals served.

Requirements for this position include:

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Ohio driver's license.
• Fewer than 6 points in the last three years on your motor vehicle record.
• Can push, lift or carry up to 50 lbs. and can climb, balance, kneel and crouch.

What ViaQuest can offer you:

• Paid training including CPR and First Aid 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.
• Annual pay increases.
• Employee referral bonus program.

About ViaQuest Day & Employment Services

To learn more about ViaQuest Day & Employment Services please visit http://www.viaquestinc.com/specialized-services/day-employment-services/