Direct Support Aide, Day Program – Mon-Fri, Full-Time

ViaQuest; Parma Heights (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid CPR/First Aid training

Benefits package (medical, vision, etc

Paid-time off

Annual pay increases

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

ViaQuest Day & Employment Services in Parma Heights, OH is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for a full-time, Monday–Friday 1st shift on-site role. The DSP position offers $17.50 per hour with paid training in CPR and First Aid, plus a comprehensive benefits package, PTO and annual pay increases.

Responsibilities include providing direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, supervising and assisting them in daily activities, transporting clients to the Day

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid driver's license.
• Motor Vehicle Record must meet ViaQuest's Authorized Driver Criterion.

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.
• Participating in community outings through the transportation and assistance of the individuals served.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Lift up to 50 lbs

High school diploma or GED preferred

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

ViaQuest Day & Employment Services in Parma Heights, OH is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for a full-time, Monday–Friday 1st shift on-site role. The DSP position offers $17.50 per hour with paid training in CPR and First Aid, plus a comprehensive benefits package, PTO and annual pay increases.

Responsibilities include providing direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, supervising and assisting them in daily activities, transporting clients to the Day