DSP: Day Program Aide (M-F 1st shift)

ViaQuest, Inc.; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPR & First Aid training

Benefits package

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Annual pay increases

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

ViaQuest Day & Employment Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional for Day Program in Ohio. The role offers $17.25 per hour and is full-time (Monday–Friday). Training is provided, no prior experience required.

Responsibilities include assisting individuals with daily activities, supervising and transporting participants to and from the day program, and supporting community outings. Qualified applicants are 18+, with a high school diploma or GED, and a valid Ohio driver’s license.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Ohio driver's license.
• Fewer than 6 points in the last three years on your motor vehicle record.
• Can push, lift or carry up to 50 lbs. and can climb, balance, kneel and crouch.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Transporting the individuals between their homes and the Day Program through the use of a company, passenger van.
• Providing personal care assistance.
• Participating in community outings through the transportation and assistance of the individuals served.

Skills

Direct care

Safety-focused

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

DSP- Direct Support Professional for Day Program

A Great Opportunity / $17.25 per hour - Full Time (M-F)

At ViaQuest Day & Employment Services we provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities within our Day Program. Training for this position is provided in its entirety so no experience is required.

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.
• Transporting the individuals between their homes and the Day Program through the use of a company, passenger van.
• Providing personal care assistance.
• Participating in community outings through the transportation and assistance of the individuals served.

Requirements for this position include:

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Ohio driver's license.
• Fewer than 6 points in the last three years on your motor vehicle record.
• Can push, lift or carry up to 50 lbs. and can climb, balance, kneel and crouch.

What ViaQuest can offer you:

• Paid training including CPR and First Aid courses and certifications.
• Benefit package for full-time employees (including medical, vision, dental, disability and life insurance and a 401k).
• Paid-time off.
• Premium holiday pay.
• Annual pay increases.
• Employee referral bonus program.

About ViaQuest Day & Employment Services

To learn more about ViaQuest Day & Employment Services please visit http://www.viaquestinc.com/specialized-services/day-employment-services/

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