Direct Support Professional ( DSP ) FLOAT 19.75-20.75 / hr

Connections in Ohio; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAID training

401k plan

Bonuses and promotions

Referral program

Job summary

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

As a direct care professional, you help with daily living needs, support independence, and teach skills to reach goals. DSP roles include assisting with meals, transportation, and medication administration.

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 reach personal goals and independence, including helping with daily living activities and teaching skills (e.g., cooking).
• Transport to community outings (Zoo, movies, grocery store, etc.).
• Meal preparation.
• Assist with household cleaning.
• Attend medical appointments.
• Passing medication.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Competitive pay rate:

DSP Float $19.75 per hour, experience preferred.

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

Weekly orientations and PAID training!

Connections in Ohio is seeking anenergeticandpassionateperson who will provide supported living services to individuals with developmental disabilities in our CuyahogaCounty 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 Float $19.75 per hour starting, experience preferred.
• PAID training
• Competitive benefits, including paid leave time
• 401k plan
• Opportunities for bonuses and promotions
• Generous referral program ($250 per person referred!)

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 16-32 hours 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