DSP: Direct Support Professional

ViaQuest; Alliance (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training including CPR, First Aid

Benefits for full-time employees

Paid-time off

Premium holiday pay

Mileage reimbursement

Annual pay increases

Flexible schedules

Employee referral bonus program

Job summary

ViaQuest Residential Services in Ohio seeks a Direct Support Professional (DSP). You will provide direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes, with paid training including CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration; no experience is required.

This entry-level role offers a path into healthcare, flexible schedules, full-time benefits, paid time off, holiday pay, mileage reimbursement, and annual pay increases; valid OH driver's license and vehicle are needed to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have a valid OH driver's license and car insurance.
• Personal, reliable vehicle to transport individuals served.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Supervising, teaching and assisting individuals in all aspects of his/her life.
• Completing various household tasks including meal preparation and maintaining a clean and safe living environment.
• Providing personal care assistance.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

A Great Opportunity / $17.30- $18.30
At ViaQuest Residential Services our DSPs provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes. Training for this position is provided in its entirety so no experience is required.

What ViaQuest can offer you:

• Paid training including CPR, First Aid and Medication Administration 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.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Annual pay increases.
• A variety of flexible schedules.
• Employee referral bonus program.

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.
• Completing various household tasks including meal preparation and maintaining a clean and safe living environment.
• Providing personal care assistance.

This position is great for:

• Candidates without experience. We provide training!
• Those who are interested in starting a career in healthcare.
• Those interested in gaining more experience in the IDD field.
• Those interested in pursuing a career as a nursing assistant or STNA.
• Home Health Aide, Nursing Students, Caregiver, Companion Care, Personal Care Aide.
• Those who want to gain experience while taking classes or those without a degree.
• Candidates of all ages (high school graduates – retirees).

Requirements for this position include:

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Personal, reliable vehicle that you’re willing and able to use to transport individuals served.
• Valid OH driver’s license and car insurance.
• 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.

About ViaQuest Residential Services

To learn more about ViaQuest Residential Services please visit: http://www.viaquestinc.com/specialized-services/residential-services/

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