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

ViaQuest; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Medical insurance

401k

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

ViaQuest Day & Employment Services is hiring a DSP: Day Program Aide for a Monday–Friday, 1st shift position in Mentor, OH. Training is provided, no prior experience required. You will support individuals with developmental disabilities, ensuring safety, health, and opportunities for independence.

The role includes transport duties, community outing participation, and teamwork in a supportive day program. Full-time benefits include medical, vision, dental, disability and life insurance, and a

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Motor Vehicle Record must meet ViaQuest criteria.
• Able to push, lift or carry up to 50 lbs and able to climb, balance, kneel and crouch.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities to promote independence and safety.
• Supervise, teach and assist individuals in daily activities.
• Transport individuals between homes and the Day Program using a company van.
• Participate in community outings and activities with the individuals served.

Skills

Lift up to 50 lbs

Driver's license

18+ years old

MVR criteria

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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

Location: Mentor, OH

Job Id:42530

# of Openings:1

Program Specialist

A Great Opportunity - FT Mon-Fri 1st Shift, $17.75/hr!

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. Apply today and make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve!

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.
• 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).