Direct Care Aide (DSP)

ViaQuest; Massillon, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Full benefits package

Paid time off

Annual pay increases

Flexible schedules

Referral bonus program

Job summary

ViaQuest is hiring a Direct Care Aide to support individuals with developmental disabilities in an intermediate care facility. Training is provided, and no prior experience is required.

This position offers full-time benefits, including medical, vision, dental, disability, life insurance and a 401k, plus PTO and paid training. Employees enjoy annual pay increases, various schedules, and an employee referral bonus program.

Qualifications

• No experience required; training provided.
• CPR, First Aid and Medication Administration training offered.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, promoting independence, choice and safety.
• Supervise, teach and assist individuals in daily living activities.
• Perform household tasks including meal prep and maintaining a clean, safe living environment.

Skills

Direct care

Training provided

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Care Aide
A Great Opportunity / $17.30-$18.30 per hour

At ViaQuest HealthCare Services our DSPs provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities in an intermediate care facility. Training for this position is provided in its entirety, so no experience is required.

What ViaQuest can offer you:

• 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.
• Annual pay increases.
• A variety of schedules.
• Employee referral bonus program.

This position is great for:

• Candidates without experience. We provide training!
• Those who are interested in starting a career in healthcare.
• Those interested in gaining more experience in the IDD field.
• Nursing assistants and those interested in pursuing a career as an STNA.
• Those who want to gain experience while taking classes or those without a degree.
• Candidates of all ages (high school graduates - retirees).

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.
• Completing various household tasks including meal preparation and maintaining a clean and safe living environment.

Requirements for this position include:

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid OH driver's license.
• 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.