Direct Support Professional (DSP)

ViaQuest, Inc.; Speedway (IN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Benefits for full-time

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Mileage reimbursement

Annual pay raises

Flexible schedules

Referral bonus

Job summary

ViaQuest Community Solutions seeks Direct Support Professionals (DSP) in Northwest Indianapolis and surrounding areas. Training is provided; no prior experience required.

The role offers $15.75 per hour with paid training, benefits for full-time staff, PTO, holiday pay, mileage reimbursement, and opportunities for raises. A variety of flexible schedules is available to support independence and quality care.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Personal, reliable vehicle required for transportation of individuals served.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, promoting independence, choice and empowerment while keeping health and safety as priority.
• Teach and assist individuals in all aspects of daily living.
• Perform household tasks including meal prep and maintaining a clean, safe living environment.
• Provide personal care assistance as needed.

Skills

Direct care

Patient support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

A Great Opportunity /

Northwest Indianapolis & surrounding areas

At ViaQuest Community Solutions we provide quality support and services to individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes. Training for this position is provided in its entirety so no experience is required.

$15.75 per hour

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.
• 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.
• 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. Limited \"non-driving\" positions available.
• 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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