Direct Support Professional (DSP) - All Shifts Available

New Avenues; Ohio; On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Same-day pay (PNC Daily Pass)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Training

Job summary

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

We offer multiple shifts, full-time, part-time, and PRN opportunities. Pay starts at $17 per hour (ICF) with potential to earn up to $18 per hour, plus benefits including health insurance, PTO, and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old and have a valid Ohio driver\'s license with 4 points or less.
• Valid auto insurance required.
• Previous caregiving experience preferred (personal care, home health, or similar).
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred; training provided.
• Med Cert I preferred; training provided.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong desire to make a difference in people’s lives.
• Employment contingent on pre-employment background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered care and support to individuals with disabilities in residential homes and day programs.
• Assist with daily living activities, personal care, meal prep, medication management, and appointments.
• Foster a nurturing environment promoting growth and independence.
• Plan and engage in activities, outings, and events to enhance quality of life.
• Promote social and emotional well-being by building supportive relationships.
• Collaborate with a team to create and implement individualized care plans.
• Support independence by helping people complete tasks and build skills.

Skills

18+ years old

Driver's license

Auto insurance

Caregiving experience preferred

CPR/First Aid preferred

Med Cert I preferred

High school diploma or GED

Compassionate/motivated

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR/First Aid certification

Med Cert I

Job description

Description

Are you ready to make a real impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities? Do you have a passion for helping others reach their fullest potential? If so, New Avenues to Independence is looking for someone just like you to join our team as a Direct Support Professional!

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

Requirements

What We Offer:

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

What We're Looking For:

• 18 years of age or older
• Valid Ohio Driver’s license with 4 pts or less
• 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)
• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• 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.