DSP: Direct Support Professional

ViaQuest • Alliance, OH

25d • $17 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

ViaQuest Residential Services is hiring Direct Support Professionals to support individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes. The position provides training, including CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration courses and certifications; no prior experience is required. The work focuses on fostering individuals’ independence, choice, and empowerment while ensuring their health and safety. The role also includes assisting with everyday activities, household tasks, and personal care.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Have a personal, reliable vehicle that can be used to transport individuals served.
• Have a valid Ohio driver's license and car insurance.
• Meet ViaQuest's Authorized Driver Criteria for Motor Vehicle Records.
• Be able to push, lift, or carry up to 50 pounds and climb, balance, kneel, and crouch.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, fostering independence, choice, and empowerment while ensuring their health and safety.
• Supervise, teach, and assist individuals in all aspects of their lives.
• Perform 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.
• 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.
• Variety of flexible schedules.
• Employee referral bonus program.

What This Job Offers

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