Direct Support Professional (DSP)

VitalHires; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Medication Administration courses

401k

Medical insurance

Paid-time off

Mileage reimbursement

Annual pay increases

Job summary

ViaQuest Residential Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Newark, Ohio to provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, promoting independence while ensuring health and safety.

The role includes supervising and assisting with personal care, completing household tasks like meal preparation, and participating in a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including training, medical/dental/vision, PTO, and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Age 18 or older.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Reliable vehicle to transport individuals.
• Valid driver’s license and car insurance.
• Motor Vehicle Record must meet ViaQuest criteria.
• Able to push/lift/carry up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities to foster independence and ensure health and safety.
• Supervising, teaching and assisting individuals in all aspects of life.
• Completing household tasks including meal preparation and maintaining a clean, safe living environment.
• Providing personal care assistance.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Direct Support Professional provides direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities to foster independence and ensure their health and safety. Responsibilities include supervising individuals, assisting with personal care, and performing household tasks like meal preparation.

Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Newark, 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.

Premium holiday pay.

Mileage reimbursement.

Annual pay increases.

A variety of schedules available.

Employee referral bonus program.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k
• Medical insurance
• Paid training
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Disability insurance
• Paid-time off
• Employee referral bonus program
• Annual pay increases
• Premium holiday pay
• CPR certification
• First Aid certification
• Medication Administration courses

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.

Providing personal care assistance.

Requirements

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.

About ViaQuest Residential Services

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

http://www.viaquestinc.com/specialized-services/residential-services/

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Posting details

Employment type Full Time

Work arrangement On Site

Experience 0-2 yrs

Salary $18 – $19/hr

Location Newark, Ohio

Posted Aug 29, 2026

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