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

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training including CPR/First Aid

Benefits package

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Annual pay increases

Referral bonus

Job summary

ViaQuest Day & Employment Services seeks a Program Specialist to support individuals with developmental disabilities in our Day Program. Training is provided in full, no prior experience required. The role involves direct care, supervision, and helping participants gain independence.

Responsibilities include safe transport, personal care assistance, and participation in community activities. Eligible applicants are at least 18, with a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Motor Vehicle Record must meet ViaQuest criteria.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Supervising, teaching and assisting individuals in all aspects of life.
• Transporting individuals between homes and Day Program using company van.
• Providing personal care assistance.
• Participating in community outings with transportation and assistance.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid driver’s license

Tools

CPR/First Aid training

Job description

Program Specialist

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 required
• 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 ViaQuest Day & Employment Services please visit http://www.viaquestinc.com/specialized-services/day-employment-services/

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