Direct Support Professional (DSP)

ViaQuest; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Annual increases

Flexible schedules

Referral bonus

Job summary

ViaQuest is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Lafayette, IN. The role offers training in CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration, with no prior experience required. A valid Indiana driver’s license and personal vehicle are needed to transport individuals served.

The position includes full-time benefits such as medical, vision, dental, disability, life insurance, and a 401k, plus paid time off and paid increases. Flexible schedules and referral bonuses are also available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have a valid Indiana driver’s license and car insurance.
• Personal, reliable vehicle to transport individuals served.
• At least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Collaborate with the team to meet the needs of those served.
• Teach and assist individuals in daily life activities.
• Perform household tasks such as meal prep and maintaining a clean, safe living environment.

Skills

Direct care

Teamwork

Independence

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CPR/First Aid training

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP)
A Great Opportunity / $ 15.75 per hour / Lafayette, IN

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 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.

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.

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.