DSP Group Home Caregiver

ViaQuest • Painesville, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

ViaQuest Healthcare Central provides support and services to people with developmental disabilities in intermediate care facilities (ICF/group homes). Direct Support Professionals provide direct care and support, promoting individuals’ independence, choice, and empowerment while attending to their health and safety. The role may also include administering site training to new hires and helping cover shifts as needed. Candidates without prior experience may apply; training is provided.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Driving record must meet specified 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 ensuring health and safety needs are met.
• 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 to maintain a clean and safe living environment.
• Provide personal care assistance and companion care.

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