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

ViaQuest; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training including CPR, First Aid

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401k

Paid time off

Annual pay increases

Flexible schedules

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

ViaQuest Community Solutions in Indianapolis and surrounding areas is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for weekend shifts (Saturday and Sunday, 1st and 2nd shift). Training is provided in full, so no prior experience is required.

The position offers $15.75 per hour with paid training in CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration, and a benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life insurance and a 401k for eligible employees, plus paid time off and flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Personal, reliable vehicle for transporting individuals served.
• Valid Indiana driver''s license and car insurance (limited non-driving positions available).
• Ability to push, lift or carry up to 50 lbs. and to climb, balance, kneel and crouch.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, promoting independence, choice and empowerment while ensuring health and safety.
• Work with a team to meet the needs of those served.
• Teach and assist individuals in all aspects of daily life.
• Complete household tasks including meal preparation and maintaining a safe living environment.

Skills

Direct care

Teamwork

Driving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP)- Weekend Positions- Sat. & Sun. (1st and 2nd shift needed)
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.