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

ViaQuest, Inc.; Warrensville Heights (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPR Training

First Aid Certification

Benefits package (medical, vision, +)

401(k)

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Annual pay increases

Referral bonus

Job summary

ViaQuest Day & Employment Services in Warrensville Heights, OH is hiring a Program Specialist for a full-time role (Mon-Fri, 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.) at $17.50 per hour. Training is provided in full, and no prior experience is required. You will support individuals with developmental disabilities, assist with daily activities, and help ensure health and safety. Benefits include health, 401(k), PTO, and more.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license and MVR must meet company criteria.
• Ability to push, lift or carry up to 50 lbs and to kneel, crouch, or balance.

Responsibilities

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

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Program Specialist

A Great Opportunity / $17.50 per Hour / FT, Mon-Fri 7:30a-3:30p

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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