Direct Care Aide (DSP)

ViaQuest • Massillon, OH

12d

About The Position

Direct Care Aides (DSPs) at ViaQuest HealthCare Services support individuals with developmental disabilities in an intermediate care facility. The role focuses on fostering individuals’ independence, choice, and empowerment while ensuring their health and safety. Training is provided in its entirety, and no prior experience is required. The position may suit people beginning a healthcare career, gaining experience in the IDD field, or studying while working.

The role includes helping individuals with daily activities and personal care, teaching and supervising them, and supporting a clean and safe living environment. Compensation is $17.30–$18.30 per hour. A variety of schedules are available.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Motor vehicle record must meet requirements, including no OVI/DUI, reckless operation, or speeding violations more than 20 MPH over the posted limit.
• No more than two moving violations in the last two years or more than five points.
• Reliable vehicle with active insurance.
• Ability to lift, push, or carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, balance, and assist individuals as needed.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• 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 401(k).
• Paid time off.
• Premium holiday pay.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Annual pay increases.
• A variety of schedules.
• Employee referral bonus program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED