Youth Support Specialist - Paid Training & Impactful Care

ViaQuest, Inc.; Middleburg Heights (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Paid orientation

Benefits package

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Mileage reimbursement

Annual pay increases

Referral bonus

Job summary

ViaQuest, Inc. in Middleburg Heights, OH is seeking a Youth Support Specialist (DSP) to provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes.

The role offers paid training and orientation, with a variety of schedules and a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, meal preparation, and maintaining a safe living environment while promoting independence and empowerment.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Reliable transportation.
• 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.
• Prefer 1 year of DSP experience.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

ViaQuest, Inc. in Middleburg Heights, OH is seeking a Youth Support Specialist (DSP) to provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes.

The role offers paid training and orientation, with a variety of schedules and a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, meal preparation, and maintaining a safe living environment while promoting independence and empowerment.