DSP: Day Program Aide (Mon-Fri 1st shift)

ViaQuest, Inc.; Centerville (OH); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training including CPR/First Aid

Full benefits package

Paid time off

Premium holiday pay

Annual pay increases

Referral bonus

Job summary

ViaQuest, Inc. is seeking a DSP for the Day Program in Centerville to provide direct care and support for individuals with developmental disabilities. Training is provided, no prior experience required. The role includes transporting clients, assisting with daily activities, and participating in community outings.

Compassion, reliability, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs are essential. Paid training, benefits for full-time staff, PTO, holiday pay, and annual pay increases are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years old
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable MVR
• MV R must meet ViaQuest criteria
• Able to lift/carry up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities to promote independence
• Supervise, teach and assist individuals in daily living activities
• Transport individuals between home and Day Program using company van
• Provide personal care assistance
• Participate in community outings and activities

Skills

Compassionate care

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

DSP for Day Program

A Great Opportunity / $17.50 an hour / Mon-Fri 1st Shift FT

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 driver's license.
• Motor Vehicle Record Must meet ViaQuest's Authorized Driver Criteria
• 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 Safe Haven ViaQuest Day & Employment Services please visit https://www.safehavenfarms.org/ and https://viaquestinc.com/about-us/mission-vision-values/

From Our Employees To You

http://careers.viaquestinc.com/viaquest-culture-of-choice/

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