Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Weekends- (1st and 2nd shift)

ViaQuest; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training including CPR & FirstAid

Full-time benefits package

Paid time off

Annual pay increases

Flexible schedules

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

ViaQuest Community Solutions is seeking Direct Support Professionals for weekend shifts in Indianapolis and surrounding areas. Training is provided; no prior experience required. The role offers hourly pay at $15.75 with benefits for full-time staff and PTO, plus flexible schedules and bonuses for referrals.

Responsibilities include assisting individuals with daily living, promoting health and safety, and supporting independence. A valid Indiana license and reliable vehicle are needed.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Reliable vehicle and Indiana driver's license.
• Able to push, lift or carry up to 50 lbs.
• Experience in developmental disabilities preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities to promote independence, choice and safety.
• Work with a team to ensure needs of those served are met.
• Teach and assist individuals in daily living activities.
• Perform household tasks including meal preparation and maintaining a clean, safe living environment.

Skills

Direct care

Teamwork

Transportation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP)- Weekend Positions!
A Great Opportunity / $ 15.75 per hour / Indianapolis and surrounding areas

At ViaQuest Community Solutions we provide quality support and services to individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes. As a DSP, Training for this position is provided in its entirety so no 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.

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.
• Working together as a team to ensure the needs of those served are met.
• 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
• Personal, reliable vehicle that you're willing and able to use to transport individuals served.
• Valid (Indiana) driver's license and car insurance. Limited "non-driving" positions available.
• Can push, lift or carry up to 50 lbs. and can climb, balance, kneel and crouch.
• Experience in the field of developmental disabilities or direct care is preferred but not required.