Direct Support Professional

ARC Voyagers; Columbus (OH); Sur place; USD 20 000 - 29 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Paid Time Off/Holidays

Employer health insurance with ICHRA

Family dental & vision plans

Life insurance $25,000

Disability and additional insurance

401(k) with company match 50% up to 6%

Employee assistance program

Education assistance and growth

Résumé du poste

ARC Voyagers in Downtown Columbus is seeking a Direct Support Professional to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You’ll support skill development, independence, and meaningful daily outcomes through hands-on coaching and individualized teaching.

The role emphasizes patient, compassionate care, teamwork, and adherence to safety standards. You’ll work Monday–Friday 3:30 pm–11:30 pm, with a base hourly wage of $18.00 plus a $1.50 shift differential, and benefits

Qualifications

• 18+ with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must submit to BCII/FBI background checks and Nurses Aid & Abuser Registry checks.
• Willingness to provide hands-on support in both employment and personal care settings.

Responsabilités

• Support individuals with IDD to develop workplace skills and independence.
• Personalized communication and task training based on each participant’s learning style and needs.
• Encourage growth and progress toward personal goals and outcomes.
• Assist participants with cleaning duties and safe use of supplies, machinery, and equipment.
• Coach for new hard and soft skills in real-world work settings to build confidence.
• Document services provided and help maintain compliance with CMS, DODD, OOD, and CARF standards.
• Create a safe, healthy, and supportive work environment for all served.

Connaissances

Strong communication skills

Lift up to 50 lbs

Independent in active environment

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others? Are you looking for an opportunity to support individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities while helping them build valuable job and life skills? If so, join our supportive and caring team as a Direct Support Professional (DSP)!

Location: Downtown Columbus.

Schedule: Monday to Friday 3:30 pm – 11:30 pm.

Hourly Wage: $18.00 an hour with a $1.50 shift differential

Culture And Benefits

• Paid Time Off, holidays and leave options to balance work and personal life.
• Comprehensive health insurance provided through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA), including employer paid allowance
• 100% Employer paid dental and vision plans to meet you and your family’s healthcare needs
• $25,000 basic life insurance paid by employer
• Voluntary life, disability and other insurance plans to complement your lifestyle.
• 403(b) savings plan, with company match 50% of employee deferral up to 6%
• Access to employee assistance program
• Opportunities for training, education assistance and professional growth

What You’ll Do and Why it Matters:

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in Group Employment help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities develop workplace skills, build independence, and achieve meaningful personal outcomes. Through handsOn support, coaching, and encouragement, DSPs help participants succeed both on the job and in their daily lives.

• Supporting Skill Development: You’ll personalize communication and tasktraining approaches to match each participant’s learning style and individual needs.
• Encouraging Growth & Independence: You’ll help participants improve work and life skills while supporting progress toward personal goals and outcomes.
• Providing HandsOn Job Support: You’ll assist participants in completing cleaning contract duties and safely using work supplies, machinery, tools, and cleaning equipment.
• Coaching for Success: You’ll teach new hard and soft skills in realworld work settings while promoting confidence and independence.
• Supporting Daily Living Needs: You’ll assist participants with health maintenance, personal hygiene, and other daily living activities as needed.
• Ensuring Quality & Compliance: You’ll document services provided and help maintain compliance with CMS, DODD, OOD, and CARF standards.
• Creating Safe Environments: You’ll help maintain a safe, healthy, and supportive work environment for everyone served.
• Making a Meaningful Impact: Every day, you’ll help participants gain confidence, develop abilities, and experience greater independence and inclusion.

What Makes You a Great Fit:

• 18+ with a high school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to lift, bend, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• Positive, patient, and encouraging with strong communication skills
• Comfortable teaching, coaching, and supporting individuals with diverse needs
• Ability to work independently and adapt quickly in active work environment.
• Passionate about helping others grow and succeed
• Willingness to provide handson support in both employment and personal care settings
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities is preferred but not required
• Professional, dependable, and committed to making a difference every day

Requirements:

• Must submit to a BCII/FBI background check and Nurses Aid & Abuser Registry checks.
• Maintain American Red Cross or equivalent first aid and CPR certification.
• Valid State of Ohio Driver’s License and insurability standards.
• Complete eight hours of training as required by The Ohio Department of Developmental upon hire.
• Must pass a drug screen

Why ARC Voyagers?

ARC Voyagers is a mission-driven nonprofit organization serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Central Ohio. We offer a range of person-centered services including employment coaching, life skills development, employment placement, adult day resource centers, and community-based day programming.

At the heart of our work is a belief in the power of possibility. Every person deserves the opportunity to grow, connect, and contribute in ways that are meaningful to them. Our team partners with each individual and their support network to build personalized paths toward independence, inclusion, and joy.

With over 60 years of experience and a legacy rooted in advocacy, collaboration, and compassion, ARC Voyagers is proud to be a trusted guide for life’s journey.

EOE Statement

ARC Voyagers is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment. ARC Voyagers does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other personal characteristics protected by applicable law. This policy covers all programs, services, policies and procedures of ARC Voyagers, including recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, and administering of all personnel actions such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs or terminations.