DSP: Direct Support Professional

ViaQuest, Inc.; Stow (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Insurance (medical/vision/dental)

401k

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Mileage reimbursement

Annual pay increases

Flexible schedules

Referral bonus

Job summary

ViaQuest, Inc. seeks a Behavioral Support Specialist (DSP) Direct Support in Ohio. The role features 1st and 2nd part-time shifts with paid training and no prior experience required.

You will support individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes, focusing on safety, independence and empowerment. Benefits include full training, health coverage for full-time staff options, PTO, holiday pay, mileage reimbursement, annual raises and flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Personal, reliable vehicle to transport individuals.
• Valid OH driver's license and car insurance.
• MVRO must meet ViaQuest's Authorized Driver Criteria.
• Able to push, lift or carry up to 50 lbs and to climb, balance, kneel and crouch.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities—promote independence, choice and empowerment while ensuring health and safety.
• Supervise, teach and assist individuals in all aspects of daily living.
• Complete household tasks including meal preparation and maintaining a clean, safe living environment.
• Provide personal care assistance.

Job description

Behavioral Support Specialist (DSP) Direct Support.

A Great Opportunity / $17.30- $18.30

1st and 2nd Part-time shifts available!

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.
• 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/

Would you like to refer someone else to this job and earn a bonus? Participate in our referral program!

https://www.viaquestinc.com/contact/external-referral-program/

From Our Employees To You

http://careers.viaquestinc.com/viaquest-culture-of-choice/

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