Direct Support Professional ( DSP ) 17.75 - 20.75 / hr

Connections In Ohio; Arkansas; On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAID training

Competitive benefits

401k plan

Bonuses and promotions

Referral program $250 per person

Job summary

Connections in Ohio provides supported living services to individuals with developmental disabilities in our Cuyahoga County homes. As a Direct Support Professional, you will assist with daily living, transportation, meal prep, and personal care to help residents live more independently and grow in the community.

We offer paid training, competitive benefits, a 401k plan, and opportunities for bonuses and promotions.

Qualifications

• 21 years or older
• High school diploma/GED
• Valid Ohio Driver License (4 points or less)
• Reliable transportation and Auto Insurance

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in reaching personal goals or growth (e.g., help someone learn how to cook their favorite meal)
• Provide transportation to community outings (Zoo, movies, grocery store, etc.)
• Meal preparation
• Assist individuals with household cleaning
• Attend medical appointments
• Passing medication

Job description

Competitive pay rate:

DSP $17.75per hour, no experience needed.

2nd shift (service hours of 3-11p) $18.75 per hour

DSP Float $19.75, experience preferred.

2nd shift (service hours of 3-11p) $20.75 per hour

Connections in Ohio is seeking an energetic and passionate person who will provide supported living services to individuals with developmental disabilities in our Cuyahoga County homes.

For over 27 years, we have been helping people with disabilities live a more independent life in their communities. Our organization strongly believes that every individual deserves the opportunity to achieve their fullest potential. As a direct care professional, you are an important piece into each individual’s life. Assisting with everyday living needs and providing the individual with skills needed to be as independent as possible. Make a difference in someone’s life and help them grow!

What’s a day like as a DSP? Working alongside our individual to help with daily living needs!

Daily responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assisting each individual reach personal goals or growth- Help someone learn how to cook their favorite meal!
• Transportation to community outings (Zoo, movies, grocery store, etc.)
• Meal Preparation
• Assist individual with household cleaning
• Medical appointments
• Passing Medication

What we offer?

• Competitive pay rate: DSP $17.75per hour, no experience needed. 2nd shift (service hours of 3-11p) $18.75 per hour. DSP Float $19.75, experience preferred.2nd shift (service hours of 3-11p) $20.75 per hour.
• PAID training
• Competitive benefits, including paid leave time
• 401k plan
• Opportunities for bonuses and promotions
• Generous referral program ($250 per person referred!)

Direct Support Professional: Part-time and Full-time positions available! Shifts availability includes 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift (wake and sleep). Candidate must provide availability at the scheduled interview that includes one weekend shift.

DSP Float Position: This is a Part-time or full-time position. We are seeking candidates who thrive on variety in their work experience.

Part-time: Candidates who are available to work 1st and 2nd shift (7a-11p) or 2nd and 3rd shift (3p-8:30a) and are able to work at least 1 weekend day. Work locations will vary from week to week, average of 8-32hours will be guaranteed.

Full-time: Candidates who are available to work 1st and 2nd shift (7a-11p) or 2nd and 3rd shift (3p-8:30a) and are able to provide 6-day availability, including 1 weekend day. Work locations will vary from week to week, average of 36-40 hours will be guaranteed.

Requirements:

• 21 years or older
• High school diploma/GED
• Valid Ohio Driver License (4 points or less)
• Reliable transportation and Auto Insurance