DSP: Direct Support Professional

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Benefits package

Paid time off

Annual raises

Flexible schedules

Referral bonus

Job summary

ViaQuest is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Medina, OH to provide care for individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes. Training is provided in full, so no prior experience is needed.

This on-site role offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees and opportunities for growth in a supportive team environment. The DSP will assist with daily activities, promote independence, and ensure health and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• No experience required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities – goal is increased independence, choice and empowerment while ensuring health and safety.
• Supervising, teaching and assisting individuals in all aspects of his/her life.
• Completing household tasks including meal preparation and maintaining a clean and safe living environment.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position:DSP: Direct Support Professional

Location: Medina, OH

Remote Status: On-Site

Behavioral Support Specialist (DSP) Direct Support. Medina, OH!

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 sono 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.


• 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.

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.


• 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.