DSP Group Home Caregiver

ViaQuest; Painesville (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training: CPR/First Aid/Med Admin

Medical, vision, dental, life, 401k

Paid time off

Annual pay increases

Employee referral bonus

Variety of schedules

Job summary

ViaQuest Residential Services in Ohio is offering a great opportunity for direct care roles. Positions include full-time and part-time options with 2nd and 3rd shifts available, and weekends required.

Training is provided, including CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration certifications, along with a benefits package for full-time staff. Responsibilities include caring for individuals with developmental disabilities, site training for new hires, assisting with shift coverage, and helping

Qualifications

• CPR and First Aid trainings or certifications preferred.
• Medication administration certifications preferred.
• Able to follow training and safety procedures.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills welcome.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Administer site trainings to new hires.
• Assist with shift coverage as needed.
• Supervise, teach and support individuals in daily living activities.

Skills

CPR Training

First Aid Training

Medication Administration Certs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

A Great Opportunity / $17.75-$18.75 per hour/ FT AND PT, 2NDS AND 3RD SHIFTS AVAILABLE. WEEKENDS NEEDED.

At ViaQuest Healthcare Central we provide quality support and services to individuals with developmental disabilities in our intermediate care facilities (ICF / Group Homes).

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 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.
• Administering site training to new hires.
• Assisting with shift coverage as needed.
• 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.

Requirements for this position include:

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Ohio 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.
• Experience in the field of developmental disabilities or direct care is preferred but not required.

About ViaQuest Residential Services
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