Direct Support Professional — Impact Lives & Grow

New Avenues; Ohio; On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay $16/hr

PNC Daily Pass

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Training

Job summary

New Avenues to Independence is hiring Direct Support Professionals to support individuals with disabilities in residential home settings. DSPs help people with daily living activities, personal care, and community participation—making a real difference in someone's life every day.

We offer full-time, part-time, and PRN opportunities with multiple shifts. Pay rate is $16/hr base with potential for more based on driver’s license status and Med Cert I.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Valid Ohio Driver’s license with 4 pts or less.
• Valid auto insurance.
• Previous caregiving experience preferred (personal care, home health, or similar).
• CPR and First Aid certification (preferred; we will train).
• Med Cert I (preferred; we will train).
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• A desire to make a difference in people’s lives.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered care and support to individuals with disabilities in a variety of settings, including residential homes and day programs.
• Assist individuals with daily living activities, including personal care (such as toileting and bathing), meal preparation, cooking, cleaning, shopping, medication management, and medical appointments.
• Foster a nurturing and inclusive environment that promotes growth, independence, and self-determination.
• Plan and engage in meaningful activities, outings, and events to enhance the quality of life for the people you support.
• Promote social and emotional well-being by building strong, supportive relationships.
• Collaborate with a dedicated team of professionals to create and implement individualized care plans.
• Collaborating with people to complete tasks and build independence in their lives.

Skills

Empathy and compassion

Communication skills

Reliability and punctuality

Caregiving mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

New Avenues to Independence is hiring Direct Support Professionals to support individuals with disabilities in residential home settings. DSPs help people with daily living activities, personal care, and community participation—making a real difference in someone's life every day.

We offer full-time, part-time, and PRN opportunities with multiple shifts. Pay rate is $16/hr base with potential for more based on driver’s license status and Med Cert I.