DSP: Direct Support Professional

ViaQuest, Inc.; East Sparta (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training including CPR, First Aid

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401k

Paid time off

Premium holiday pay

Mileage reimbursement

Annual pay increases

Variety of schedules

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

ViaQuest, Inc. is hiring Direct Support Professionals in Ohio's East Sparta area. The role provides direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities in facilities and home settings.

Training is fully provided, and no prior experience is required. Compensation is $17.30–$18.30 per hour, with full-time and part-time schedules available. Eligible candidates must be at least 18 years old, hold a high school diploma or GED, and have a reliable vehicle with OH driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities to promote independence, choice and safety.
• Supervising, teaching and assisting individuals in all aspects of daily living.
• Completing household tasks including meal preparation and maintaining a clean living environment.
• Providing personal care assistance.

Job description

Direct Support Professional

$17.30-$18.30 per hour

At ViaQuest Residential Services our DSPs provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities in intermediate care facilities and 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 schedules.
• Employee referral bonus program.

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.
• Nursing assistants and those interested in pursuing a career as an 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).

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.

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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