Direct Support Professional (DSP) - 2nd shifts available!

ViaQuest, Inc.; Streetsboro (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401k

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Mileage reimbursement

Annual pay increases

Flexible schedules

Referral bonus

Job summary

ViaQuest Residential Services in Streetsboro, OH is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP) for full-time and part-time roles. The position offers paid training, CPR and First Aid certification courses, and a generous benefits package for full-time staff, including medical, vision, dental, disability, life insurance, and a 401k.

Mileage reimbursement and annual pay increases are also noted. The role supports individuals with developmental disabilities in facilities and homes.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Personal, reliable vehicle that you're willing and able to use to transport individuals served.
• Valid OH driver's license and car insurance.
• Motor Vehicle Record must meet ViaQuest's Authorized Driver Criteria.
• Capacity to push, lift or carry up to 50 lbs and to kneel, crouch and balance.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities to promote independence, choice and safety.
• Supervising, teaching and assisting individuals in all aspects of life.
• Carrying out household tasks such as meal preparation and maintaining a clean and safe living environment.
• Providing personal care assistance.
• Offering companionship and caregiver support.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) Streetsboro

A Great Opportunity

Full Time & Part Time / $17.30-$18.30 per hour

At ViaQuest Residential Services our DSPs provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities in intermediate care facilities and 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 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).
• Paraprofessionals, Caregivers, STNAs, CNAs, Personal Care Aides, Home Health Aides (HHA), nursing students!

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.
• Providing personal care assistance.
• Companion care / Caregiving

Requirements for this position include:

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Personal, reliable vehicle that you're willing and able to use to transport individuals served.
• Valid OH 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

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

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