DSP Group Home Caregiver

ViaQuest • Geneva, OH

15h • $18 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

ViaQuest Healthcare Central provides support and services to individuals with developmental disabilities in intermediate care facilities (ICF/group homes). The Direct Support Professional provides direct care and support, with the goal of fostering individuals’ independence, choice, and empowerment while meeting their health and safety needs. The role may also include training new hires, assisting with shift coverage, supporting individuals in daily activities, completing household tasks, preparing meals, maintaining a clean and safe living environment, and providing personal and companion care.

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.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience is not required; training is provided.
• The position may suit people interested in starting a healthcare career or gaining experience in the IDD field, including nursing assistants, STNAs, CNAs, personal care aides, home health aides, paraprofessionals, caregivers, and nursing students.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities while promoting independence, choice, and empowerment and meeting health and safety needs.
• Administer site training to new hires.
• Assist with shift coverage as needed.
• Supervise, teach, and assist individuals in all aspects of their lives.
• Prepare meals and complete household tasks, including maintaining a clean and safe living environment.
• Provide personal care assistance.
• Provide companion care and caregiving.

Benefits

• Paid training, including CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration courses and certifications.
• Benefits 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