Direct Support Professional (DSP)

ViaQuest; Indiana; On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Insurance package

401k

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Mileage reimbursement

Annual raises

Flexible schedules

Referral bonus

Job summary

ViaQuest is seeking a Direct Support Professional to work in Indianapolis and surrounding areas. Training is provided, and no experience is required. The role focuses on providing direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes, promoting independence and safety.

Benefits for full-time employees include medical/dental/vision insurance, a 401k, PTO, and paid training. Flexible schedules and mileage reimbursement are also offered to support staff.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Personal, reliable vehicle to transport individuals.
• Valid Indiana driver's license and car insurance.
• Can lift up to 50 lbs and can climb, balance, kneel and crouch.
• Experience in developmental disabilities or direct care preferred but not required.
• Ability to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, ensuring health and safety.
• Work as a team to meet the needs of those served.
• Teach and assist individuals in daily living skills.
• Perform household tasks including meal prep and keeping a clean, safe home.
• Provide personal care assistance.

Skills

Caregiving

Communication

Teamwork

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP)
A Great Opportunity / $**15.75per hour /**Indianapolis and surrounding areas
At ViaQuest Community Solutions we provide quality support and services to individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes. As a DSP, 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
• Premium holiday pay.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Annual pay increases.
• A variety of flexible schedules.
• Emplyee referral bonus program.

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.
• Working together as a team to ensure the needs of those served are met.
• 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.

Requirements for this position include:

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED
• Personal, reliable vehicle that you're willing and able to use to transport individuals served.
• Valid (Indiana) driver's license and car insurance.
• 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.
• Ability to pass background checks.

About ViaQuest and Insights Residential Services To learn more about ViaQuest and Insights Residential Services please visit http://www.viaquestinc.com/specialized-services/residential-services/

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