Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Part-time Available

ViaQuest; Youngstown, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training including CPR and First

Medical, vision, dental insurance

401k

Paid time off

Annual pay increases

Flexible schedules

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

ViaQuest Residential Services in Youngstown, OH is hiring Direct Support Professionals on full- or part-time schedules. Training is provided, with CPR, First Aid andMedication Administration courses. No experience is required, and there are paid benefits and a variety of shifts.

Interview days are Tuesdays 10AM–12PM at our office, located at 4740 Belmont Ave., Youngstown. Join a team helping individuals with developmental disabilities.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Personal, reliable vehicle to transport individuals served.
• Valid OH driver's license and car insurance.
• Motor Vehicle Record must meet ViaQuest's criteria.
• Can push, lift or carry up to 50 lbs, and can kneel, crouch and balance.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities to foster independence and safety.
• Supervising, teaching and assisting individuals in all aspects of their life.
• Completing household tasks including meal preparation and maintaining a clean, safe living environment.

Skills

Caring demeanor

Teamwork

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

A Great Opportunity / Full Time & Part Time OPENINGS/ A Variety of Shifts Available / $17.00-$18.00 per hour

INTERVIEW DAYS ARE ON TUESDAYS - from 10AM TO 12PM AT OUR OFFICE!

4740 BELMONT AVE. YOUNGSTOWN, OH 44505

Make sure to bring the following items when you come in to interview:

OH Driver's License

I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification (SS Card, Birth Certificate, School Visa, Green Card, etc.)

Auto Insurance Card

Highest Level of Education Diploma (High School, GED, Bachelor's Degree etc.)

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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 sono 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.
• 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.

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.