Youth Support Specialist (DSP) - Weekends Available!

ViaQuest • Middleburg Heights, OH

1h • $18 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

ViaQuest ICFs is seeking dedicated individuals to serve as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes. Comprehensive training is provided for this role, including CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration certifications. This position offers a great opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the individuals served, with a variety of schedules available, including weekend shifts.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Reliable transportation
• Valid Ohio driver's license and car insurance.
• Motor Vehicle Record Must meet ViaQuest's Authorized Driver Criteria
• Can push, lift or carry up to 50 lbs. and can climb, balance, kneel and crouch.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer 1 year of DSP experience.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities – our goal is to foster increased independence, choice and empowerment while assuring that their health and safety needs are being met at all times.
• Supervising, teaching and assisting individuals in all aspects of his/her life.
• Completing various household tasks including meal preparation and maintaining a clean and safe living environment.
• Providing personal care assistance.

Benefits

• Paid training including CPR, First Aid and Medication Administration courses and certifications.
• Paid daily orientation.
• Benefit 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