Direct Support Professional (DSP)

ViaQuest • Garfield Heights, OH

9d • $18 - $19

About The Position

ViaQuest Residential Services Direct Support Professionals provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities in intermediate care facilities and their homes. Training is provided in its entirety, and prior experience is not required. The role is suited to people interested in healthcare or the IDD field, including candidates without a degree and those seeking experience while taking classes.

The position involves supporting individuals’ independence, choice, and empowerment while ensuring their health and safety. Duties may include supervision, teaching and assistance with daily activities, household tasks, meal preparation, keeping living spaces clean and safe, personal care, and companionship.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Have a valid driver's license.
• Meet motor vehicle record 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.
• Have a reliable vehicle with active insurance.
• Be able to lift, push, or carry up to 50 pounds.
• Be able to bend, kneel, crouch, balance, and assist individuals as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, fostering increased independence, choice, and empowerment while meeting health and safety needs.
• 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.
• 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 401k.
• 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