Direct Service Professional

New Avenues to Independence, Inc.; Ashtabula (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible spending accounts

403b Retirement Plan

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

PTO

Paid Holidays

Job summary

New Avenues to Independence, Inc. is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to help individuals with disabilities live more independently, engage in their communities, and reach personal goals.

You will provide person-centered support in residential and community settings, assist with daily living activities, and promote dignity and self-determination. Starting pay is $16.00 per hour with multiple shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license with 4 points or fewer.
• Valid auto insurance.
• Compassionate, patient, and dependable attitude.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine desire to make a positive difference in the lives of others.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered support to individuals with disabilities in residential homes, community settings, and day programs.
• Assist with daily living activities including personal care, meal preparation, medication reminders, housekeeping, and transportation.
• Support individuals in building independence and life skills.
• Encourage participation in community activities, outings, appointments, and social events.
• Foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment that promotes dignity and self-determination.
• Build positive, supportive relationships with the individuals you serve.
• Collaborate with team members, families, and healthcare professionals to implement individualized support plans.
• Assist individuals with routines such as shopping, cooking, cleaning, and attending medical appointments.
• Document services and communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.

Skills

Compassionate

Patient

Dependable

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Make a Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about helping others live meaningful, independent lives? Do you want a career where your work truly matters? At New Avenues to Independence, we are looking for compassionate, dependable, and motivated individuals to join our team as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs).

As a DSP, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities as they build independence, engage in their communities, and achieve their personal goals. This is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to positively impact lives every day.

Position Details

• Pay Rate: Starting at $16.00 per hour
• Schedule: Multiple shifts available
• Location: Various residential and community-based settings

What You'll Do

• Provide person-centered support to individuals with disabilities in residential homes, community settings, and day programs.
• Assist with daily living activities including personal care, meal preparation, medication reminders, housekeeping, and transportation.
• Support individuals in building independence and life skills.
• Encourage participation in community activities, outings, appointments, and social events.
• Foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment that promotes dignity and self-determination.
• Build positive, supportive relationships with the individuals you serve.
• Collaborate with team members, families, and healthcare professionals to implement individualized support plans.
• Assist individuals with routines such as shopping, cooking, cleaning, and attending medical appointments.
• Document services and communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.

Why Join New Avenues to Independence?

At New Avenues to Independence, we believe our employees are the heart of our mission. We are committed to creating a supportive work environment where team members feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow professionally while making a lasting impact in the community.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible spending accounts
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• PTO – For those working at least 25 hrs per week
• Paid Holidays - For those working at least 25 hrs per week

Requirements

What We're Looking For

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma or GED required
• Valid Ohio driver’s license with 4 points or fewer
• Valid auto insurance
• Compassionate, patient, and dependable attitude
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A genuine desire to make a positive difference in the lives of others

Employment with our organization is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include criminal history, employment verification, education verification, professional license verification (if applicable), and other screenings permitted by applicable law.

A criminal conviction does not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. We are committed to evaluating each applicant fairly and individually. Any criminal history will be considered in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, taking into account factors such as the nature and seriousness of the offense, the time that has elapsed since the conviction or completion of the sentence, and the relevance of the offense to the responsibilities of the position.

All employment offers are contingent upon the satisfactory completion of the required pre-employment screenings. Providing false, misleading, or incomplete information during the application or hiring process may result in disqualification from consideration or termination of employment if discovered after hire.