Direct Support Professional (DSP) - All Shifts Available

New Avenues; Lakewood (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Paid training

Job summary

New Avenues to Independence is seeking Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with disabilities in residential home settings, supporting daily living activities and community participation.

You will provide compassionate, person-centered care, help with personal care and daily tasks, and promote independence through meaningful activities and teamwork with a dedicated professional staff.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license with fewer than 5 points.
• Valid auto insurance.
• Previous caregiving experience preferred (personal care, home health, or similar).
• CPR and First Aid certification (preferred; we will train).
• Med Cert I (preferred; we will train).
• A desire to make a difference in people’s lives.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered care and support to individuals with disabilities in a variety of settings, including residential homes and day programs.
• Assist individuals with daily living activities, including personal care (toileting and bathing), meal preparation, cooking, cleaning, shopping, medication management, and medical appointments.
• Foster a nurturing and inclusive environment that promotes growth, independence, and self-determination.
• Plan and engage in meaningful activities, outings, and events to enhance the quality of life for the people you support.
• Promote social and emotional well-being by building strong, supportive relationships.
• Collaborate with a dedicated team of professionals to create and implement individualized care plans.
• Collaborating with people to complete tasks and build independence in their lives.

Skills

Caregiving experience

CPR and First Aid

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) — New Avenues to Independence

Shift: Multiple Shifts Available

Pay Rate: ICF: $17/hr (PNC Daily Pass)

Full-time, part-time, and PRN opportunities with multiple shifts available

About the Role

New Avenues to Independence is hiring Direct Support Professionals to support individuals with disabilities in residential home settings. DSPs help people with daily living activities, personal care, and community participation — making a real difference in someone's life every day.

What you’ll do:

• Provide person-centered care and support to individuals with disabilities in a variety of settings, including residential homes and day programs.
• Assist individuals with daily living activities, including personal care (such as toileting and bathing), meal preparation, cooking, cleaning, shopping, medication management, and medical appointments.
• Foster a nurturing and inclusive environment that promotes growth, independence, and self-determination.
• Plan and engage in meaningful activities, outings, and events to enhance the quality of life for the people you support.
• Promote social and emotional well-being by building strong, supportive relationships.
• Collaborate with a dedicated team of professionals to create and implement individualized care plans.
• Collaborating with people to complete tasks and build independence in their lives.

What We Offer

• $17/hr base pay (ICF) with opportunities to earn up to $18/hr based on driver's license status and Med Cert I
• PNC Daily Pass (same-day pay)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Paid training

Why Choose New Avenues to Independence:

• A culture of compassion, support, and teamwork.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and growth within the organization.
• A sense of purpose and pride in making a profound difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities.

At New Avenues to Independence, we believe in celebrating abilities, not disabilities. Join us in our mission to create a world where everyone has the opportunity to live a life of choice and independence.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

• 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Ohio driver's license with fewer than 5 points
• Valid auto insurance
• Previous caregiving experience preferred (personal care, home health, or similar)
• CPR and First Aid certification (preferred; we will train)
• Med Cert I (preferred; we will train)
• A desire to make a difference in people’s lives

Employment with our organization is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include criminal history, employment verification, education verification, professional license verification (if applicable), and other screenings permitted by applicable law.

A criminal conviction does not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. We are committed to evaluating each applicant fairly and individually. Any criminal history will be considered in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, taking into account factors such as the nature and seriousness of the offense, the time that has elapsed since the conviction or completion of the sentence, and the relevance of the offense to the responsibilities of the position.

All employment offers are contingent upon the satisfactory completion of the required pre-employment screenings. Providing false, misleading, or incomplete information during the application or hiring process may result in disqualification from consideration or termination of employment if discovered after hire.