Direct Support Professional (DSP)

ViaQuest • Dayton, OH

9d • Onsite

About The Position

ViaQuest Residential Services is hiring Direct Support Professionals to support individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes. The role focuses on promoting independence, choice, and empowerment while ensuring individuals’ health and safety. No prior experience is required; ViaQuest provides training for the position, including CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration courses and certifications. The posting advertises walk-in/open interviews every Monday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the local office in Dayton, Ohio.

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 or reckless-operation violations, no speeding violations more than 20 MPH over the posted limit, no more than two moving violations in the last two years, and no 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 in their homes.
• 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.
• Help ensure individuals’ health and safety needs are met while fostering independence, choice, and empowerment.

Benefits

• Paid training, including CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration courses and certifications.
• Benefit 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 flexible schedules.
• Employee referral bonus program.

What This Job Offers

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