Direct Support Professional (DSP)

ViaQuest; Jefferson Township (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Benefits package

Paid-time off

Annual pay increases

Flexible schedules

Employee referral bonus program

Job summary

ViaQuest Residential Services is recruiting Direct Support Professionals in Jefferson, OH to support individuals with developmental disabilities in facilities and in their homes. This entry-level role includes complete training to prepare you for the job, with no prior experience required.

You'll receive paid training (CPR, First Aid, Medication Administration), a benefits package for full-time staff, paid time off, annual raises, flexible schedules, and an employee referral bonus program.

Qualifications

• No experience required; comprehensive training provided.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid OH driver's license and auto insurance.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and assist with transfers.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Supervise, teach, and assist in daily activities.
• Perform household tasks including meal preparation and maintaining a clean living environment.

Job description

A Great Opportunity/ $17.75-$18.75 per hour / Jefferson , OH

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At ViaQuest Residential Services our DSPs provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities in intermediate care facilities and their homes. Training for this position is provided in its entirety, sono 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.
• Annual pay increases.
• A variety of flexible schedules.
• Employee referral bonus program.

This position is great for:

• Candidates without experience. We provide training!
• Those who are interested in starting a career in healthcare.
• Those interested in gaining more experience in the IDD field.
• Nursing assistants and those interested in pursuing a career as an STNA.
• Those who want to gain experience while taking classes or those without a degree.
• Candidates of all ages (high school graduates - retirees).
• Paraprofessionals, Caregivers, STNAs, CNAs, Personal Care Aides, Home Health Aides (HHA), nursing students!

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.
• 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.

Requirements for this position include:

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Personal, reliable vehicle that you're willing and able to use to transport individuals served.
• Valid OH 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.