Direct Support Professional (DSP)

ViaQuest•Lafayette, LA

16d•Onsite

About The Position

ViaQuest Community Solutions provides quality support and services to individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes. Direct Support Professionals provide direct care and support to help individuals increase independence, choice, and empowerment while ensuring their health and safety. Training for the position is provided, and no prior experience is required. The role is based in Lafayette, Indiana, and pays $15.75 per hour.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED.
A personal, reliable vehicle that the employee is willing and able to use to transport individuals served.
Valid Indiana driver's license and car insurance.
Ability to push, lift, or carry up to 50 pounds and to climb, balance, kneel, and crouch.
Ability to pass background checks.

Nice To Haves

Experience in developmental disabilities or direct care is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, fostering independence, choice, and empowerment while meeting health and safety needs.
Work as part of a team to ensure the needs of the individuals served are met.
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.
Transport individuals served using a personal vehicle, as required.

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.

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