Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Day & Employment Services; Xenia (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Benefits package

Paid time off

Annual pay increases

Flexible schedules

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

ViaQuest Residential Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Xenia, OH. This on-site role supports individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes. Training is provided in full, so no experience is required.

The position offers a competitive hourly rate of $17.50–$18.50 and opportunities for flexible schedules. Responsibilities include providing direct care, supervision, meal preparation, and helping residents achieve independence and safety.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Personal, reliable vehicle to transport individuals.
• Valid driver's license and car insurance.
• Motor Vehicle Record must meet ViaQuest's criteria.
• Able to push, lift or carry up to 50 lbs. and to kneel, balance and crouch.

Responsibilities

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

Job description

Position:Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Location: Xenia, OH

Remote Status: On-Site

A Great Opportunity / $17.50- $18.50 per hour

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

At ViaQuest Residential Services our DSPs provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities 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).

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.
• 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.