Direct Support Professional (DSP) | Caregiver | People Services

GWC Connects; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 2,273,040 - 2,686,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

PTO & Holiday Pay

Retirement Plan

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance

Flexible Schedule

Employee Discount

Job summary

GWC Connects is hiring for the role of Direct Support Professional in Columbus, OH. The position involves teaching and supervising individuals with developmental disabilities, assisting with daily living activities, and administering medication.

Successful candidates must hold a High School diploma or GED, and possess a valid Ohio driver's license. The position offers flexible scheduling, opportunity for both full-time and part-time roles, and comes with various benefits including paid training and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Experience in caregiving for at least 1 year is required.
• Must have a valid Ohio Driver's License or be able to obtain one.
• CPR certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach and assist individuals with developmental disabilities in daily living activities.
• Administer medications and document their delivery.
• Provide transportation for community inclusion activities.

Skills

CPR Certification

Caregiving Experience

Ability to lift 100 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Personal Vehicle

Ohio Driver's License

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) | Caregiver | People Services

Columbus, OH, USA

Job Description

Posted Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 5:00 AM

Goodwill's Mission

Transforming the lives of the individuals with disabilities and other barriers through pathways to independence and the power of work.

Brief Summary of Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Personal Care

Teach, supervise, and direct individuals with developmental disabilities in their daily living activities.
Assist with feeding, clothing, toileting, and other hygiene needs.
Assist in providing self-care training in areas such as cooking, housekeeping, lifting, or hygienic practices.
Administer medications as ordered and document the delivery of each.
Transport individuals in a personal vehicle on scheduled outings and activities to promote community inclusion.

Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Personal Care Requirements

Valid OH Driver’s License & Auto Insurance (for DSP 2, Floater & PRN)
HS Diploma or GED
Reliable Transportation (for DSP 2, Floater & PRN)
CPR / 1st Aid / Med Admin / AED

Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Personal Care Benefits

• Paid Training
• PTO & Holiday Pay
• Retirement Plan
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance
• Referral Program
• Flexible Schedule
• Employee Discount

DSP 1 - Full and Part Time

This position is for individuals without a personal vehicle
No driver's license required
Must have Diploma or G.E.D.
3rd Shift availability (ONLY)
Pay Rate: $16.50 per hour

DSP 2 (and PRN) - Must have

• Your own personal vehicle
  Ohio Driver’s License (cannot have more than 4 points on license)
  Valid vehicle Insurance
  Must have Diploma or G.E.D.
  Full-time or Part-time available
  Able to create a custom schedule
  Pay Rate: $17.50 per hour

DSP Floater

Shifts to work are either Sunday-Thursday or Tuesday-Saturday
MUST be available to work between the hours of 7:00am-11:00pm
Various Homes throughout Franklin County
MUST HAVE: Your own personal vehicle
Ohio Driver’s License (5 Points or more on license = not eligible)
Valid vehicle Insurance
MUST HAVE: Diploma or G.E.D.
MUST HAVE NO LESS THAN 2 YEARS OF DSP EXPERIENCE
Pay Rate $19.50 per hour

Goodwill Columbus Headquarters

• Goodwill Columbus' Headquarters are located at 671 South High Street, Columbus, Ohio, south of the downtown area, however, the locations for the roles are throughout Columbus Ohio, North, South, East, and West. We have full and part-time positions. Weekends and PRN.

Non-profit employer; experience qualifies for public service student loan forgiveness.

Job Types

Full-time, Part-time, PRN

Benefits

401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance

Schedule

8-hour shift
Choose your hours
Day shift
Evening shift
Night shift

Application Questions

REQUIRED to be able to lift 100 lbs or more.
Are you able to lift 100 lbs?
Vehicle Insurance REQUIRED.
Can you provide valid vehicle insurance before being hired?
This position requires documentation of either a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Can you provide your High School Diploma or G.E.D. upon request?
This position requires passing a Background and Drug Test and having your Fingerprinting done.
Will you agree to do all 3 of these if you are offered the position?

Experience

Caregiving: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification

CPR Certification (Preferred)
Ohio Driver's License? (Required)
Ability to Commute:

Full-time Benefits

Promotion and Growth Opportunities

Company paid life and long-term disability insurance

Health, Dental and Vision insurance the 1st of the month after 30 days

Voluntary life, short-term disability, accident, and critical illness

Paid time off

• Employee Discount at all Goodwill Columbus Stores

Goodwill Columbus is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For more information, we invite you to visit our website at www.goodwillcolumbus.org