Direct Support Professional (DSP)

ViaQuest • Middletown, OH

24d • Onsite

About The Position

ViaQuest Residential Services is hiring Direct Support Professionals to support individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes in Middletown, Ohio. The role focuses on fostering independence, choice, and empowerment while ensuring individuals’ health and safety. No prior experience is required; ViaQuest provides training for the position. First- and second-shift schedules are available, with a variety of flexible schedules offered. The listed pay is $17.50–$18.50 per hour.

The position may suit candidates starting a healthcare career or seeking experience in the intellectual and developmental disabilities field, including nursing students and people pursuing nursing assistant or STNA work. Candidates without a degree and people of all ages are welcome. Walk-in/open interviews are held every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Middletown office. Interviewees are asked to bring an Ohio driver’s license, I-9 employment eligibility documents, an auto insurance card, and a diploma showing their highest level of education.

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 driver’s license and car insurance.
• Have a motor vehicle record that meets ViaQuest’s Authorized Driver Criteria.
• Be able to push, lift, or carry up to 50 pounds and climb, balance, kneel, and crouch.

Nice To Haves

• No experience is required; training is provided.
• Interest in starting a healthcare career or gaining experience in the intellectual and developmental disabilities field.
• Interest in pursuing work as a nursing assistant or STNA; nursing students, home health aides, caregivers, companion care workers, and personal care aides are welcome.
• Candidates without a degree and candidates of all ages, from high school graduates to retirees, are welcome.

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.
• Complete 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.
• 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