Program Specialist (DSP) - Mon-Fri 1st Shift

ViaQuest; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training including CPR/First Aid

Full-time benefits (medical, vision, 3

401k

Job summary

ViaQuest Day & Employment Services in Akron, OH seeks a Program Specialist (DSP) for a Monday–Friday, first shift role. You will provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, helping them pursue independence while ensuring their health and safety.

The position also involves transporting participants in a company van, supervising daily activities and participating in community outings.

Qualifications

• Age 18+ requirement.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid OH driver's license required.
• Motor Vehicle Record must meet ViaQuest's criteria.
• Can push, lift or carry up to 50 lbs and can kneel, crouch, balance.
• 1 year IDD experience required, 3–5 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities to promote independence, choice and safety.
• Supervise, teach and assist individuals in daily life activities.
• Transport participants between home and Day Program using company van.
• Participate in community outings and related activities.

Skills

IDD experience

Driver safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

OH Driver's license

Job description

Position:Program Specialist (DSP) - Mon-Fri 1st Shift

Location: Akron, OH

Job Id:42402

# of Openings:0

Program Specialist

A Great Opportunity / $17.30 / Full-Time, 1st Shift, M-F!

At ViaQuest Day & Employment Services we provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities within our Day 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.
• Transporting the individuals between their homes and the Day Program through the use of a company, passenger van.
• Participating in community outings through the transportation and assistance of the individuals served.

Requirements for this position include:

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid OH driver's license.
• 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.
• 1 year of IDD experience required, 3 to 5 years preferred.

What ViaQuest can offer you:

• Paid training including CPR and First Aid courses and certifications.
• Benefit package for full-time employees (including medical, vision, dental, disability and life insurance and a 401k).