Direct Support Services- Part-time (must have no points on drivers license and 6 yrs driving experience)

RAINBOW RESIDENTIALS LLC; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Rainbow Residentials LLC seeks a Direct Support Professional to lead in a Copley/Akron, Ohio home. You will provide hands-on care and supervise staff while ensuring safety and quality of care for residents.

Responsibilities include medication administration, transportation to activities, documentation, and crisis support. The role requires strong communication, reliability, and the ability to work second shift with weekend rotation.

Qualifications

• Experience administering medications in a care setting.
• Hands-on personal care including bathing, toileting.
• Valid Ohio driver's license with no more than 1 point.
• Ability to assist with transfers and lift 25+ lbs.
• Strong written and verbal communication and documentation.
• Willing to work second shift and every other weekend.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care when needed (bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, transfers, mobility).
• Administer medications and monitor for safety.
• Assist individuals with bowel and catheter routines.
• Supervise, mentor, and support DSP staff during shift.
• Ensure proper documentation, medication counts, and compliance.
• Drive individuals to appointments or activities as requested.
• Monitor health, safety, and overall well-being of individuals.
• Provide transportation in company vans to appointments and community outings.
• Ensure the home is clean, safe, and running smoothly.
• Step in during emergencies and support crisis intervention.
• Communicate professionally with management, families, and care teams.

Skills

Medication administration

Personal care

Driver's license

Communication and documentation

Staff supervision

Shift flexibility

Job description

Direct Support Services

Location: Copley/Akron Ohio

What You’ll Do:

As a DSP, you will: Must have no points on drivers license.

• Provide direct care when needed (bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, transfers, mobility)

• Administer medications (experience required)

• Assist individuals with bowel and catheter routines

• Supervise, mentor, and support DSP staff during shift

• Ensure proper documentation, medication counts, and compliance

• Drive individuals to appointments or activities as requested

• Monitor health, safety, and overall well-being of individuals

• Provide transportation in company vans to appointments and community outings

• Ensure the home is clean, safe, and running smoothly

• Step in during emergencies and support crisis intervention

• Communicate professionally with management, families, and care teams

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong DSP background with medication administration experience

• Comfortable with hands-on personal care including toileting

• Valid Ohio Driver’s License (no more than 1 point)

• Physically able to assist with transfers and lift up to 25+ lbs

• Excellent communication and documentation skills

• Reliable, firm, compassionate, and able to hold staff accountable

• Available for second shift weekdays and every other weekend

Why This Role Is Different:

This is not just a "fill-in" position - you are a key leader in the home. You will help shape the culture, protect the individuals, support staff growth, and ensure high-quality care every shift.

Why Work With Us:

• Leadership opportunity with skill development that will lead to growth opportunities

• Stable hours and consistent schedule

• Supportive management team

• Meaningful work that directly impacts lives

• Opportunity to grow into higher management roles

• Work with an organization that values structure, respect, and excellence

If you are confident, caring, organized, and ready to lead while still providing hands-on care, this position is for you.