Direct Support Pro: Empower Others with Flexible Shifts

ViaQuest, Inc.; Painesville (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPR & First Aid training

Medication administration training

Medical, vision, dental

Disability and life insurance

401k

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Mileage reimbursement

Annual pay increases

Flexible schedules

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

ViaQuest Healthcare Central is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP) in Ohio. FT and PT positions with 2nd and 3rd shifts available; weekends required.

You will provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities in our ICF/Group Homes, helping promote independence and safety. The role includes training, shift coverage, personal care, meal prep, and maintaining a clean, safe living environment.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Ohio driver's license and car insurance.
• 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.
• Experience in the field of developmental disabilities or direct care is preferred but not required.

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.
• Administering site training to new hires.
• Assisting with shift coverage as needed.
• 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.
• Providing personal care assistance.

Skills

Direct care

Shift coverage

Meal preparation

Personal care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

ViaQuest Healthcare Central is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP) in Ohio. FT and PT positions with 2nd and 3rd shifts available; weekends required.

You will provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities in our ICF/Group Homes, helping promote independence and safety. The role includes training, shift coverage, personal care, meal prep, and maintaining a clean, safe living environment.