Direct Support Professional (DSP)

ViaQuest • Mansfield, OH

9d • $18 - $19

About The Position

Direct Support Professional (DSP) A Great Opportunity / $17.50 - $18.50 hourly/ Mansfield, OH At ViaQuest, our DSPs provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes. Training for this position is provided in its entirety so no experience is required! Apply today and make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve! What ViaQuest can offer you: Paid training including CPR, First Aid and Medication Administration courses and certifications. Paid daily orientation. Apply today, start earning pay tomorrow. Benefit package for full-time employees (including medical, vision, dental, disability and life insurance and a 401k). Paid-time off. Premium holiday pay. Mileage reimbursement. Annual pay increases. A variety of schedules available. Employee referral bonus program. This position is great for: Candidates without experience. We provide training! Those who are interested in starting a career in healthcare. Those interested in gaining more experience in the IDD field. Nursing assistants and those interested in pursuing a career as an STNA. Those who want to gain experience while taking classes or those without a degree. Candidates of all ages (high school graduates - retirees).

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Reliable transportation
• Valid driver's Ohio 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.

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.

Benefits

• Paid training including CPR, First Aid and Medication Administration courses and certifications.
• Paid daily orientation.
• Benefit package for full-time employees (including medical, vision, dental, disability and life insurance and a 401k).
• Paid-time off.
• Premium holiday pay.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Annual pay increases.
• A variety of schedules available.
• Employee referral bonus program.

What This Job Offers

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