Direct Support Professional (DSP)

ViaQuest; New Lexington (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training including CPR, First Aid

Medical, vision, dental, disability, &

401k

Paid-time off

Annual pay increases

Variety of schedules

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

ViaQuest Residential Services is seeking Direct Support Professionals in New Lexington, OH. This role offers $17.75-$18.75 per hour with paid training provided, including CPR, First Aid and Medication Administration courses and certifications.

No experience is required, and a variety of schedules are available to fit different lifestyles. Responsibilities include providing direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, promoting independence, supervising daily

Qualifications

• 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 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.

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.
• 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.

Skills

No experience required

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Car insurance

Reliable vehicle

Job description

New Lexington, OH / $17.75-$18.75 per hour

At ViaQuest Residential Services our DSPs provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes. 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.
• Annual pay increases.
• A variety of schedules available.
• 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 or caregiving.
• Those who want to gain experience while taking classes or those without a degree.
• Candidates of all ages (high school graduates - retirees).

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.
• Personal, reliable vehicle that you're willing and able to use to transport individuals served.
• Validdriver'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.