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

ViaQuest; Ohio; On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

CPR/First Aid certs

Medical, vision, dental, disability, &

401k

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Annual pay increases

Referral bonus

Job summary

ViaQuest Day & Employment Services is seeking a Program Specialist / Direct Support Professional for a full-time, Monday–Friday 1st shift position in Ohio. Training provided; no prior experience required.

Compensation is $17.50 per hour with paid training including CPR and First Aid. Responsibilities include direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, supervising and assisting in daily activities, transporting to the Day Program, and participating in community

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 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.

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

Caregiving

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Program Specialist

Direct Support Professional

A Great Opportunity / $17.50 per Hour / Full-Time, M-F 1st Shift

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 preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Motor Vehicle Record Must meet ViaQuest’s Authorized Driver Criteri
• 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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