Direct Support Professional

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Regular Full-Time 701 S Main St, Akron, OH, US

30+ days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $14.61 To $16.21 Hourly

United Disability Services is a not-for-profit agency helping individuals of all abilities in Summit County and surrounding areas reach their full potential through inclusive, life-enriching programs and services.

We are looking for Direct Service Providers to join our team. Do you enjoy being able to help others and truly make a difference while also having the freedom to spend your NIGHTS and WEEKENDS with friends or family? As a Direct Support Professional with United Disability Services, you get all this and more!

As a DSP, you will fulfill an instructor/trainer role and be directly involved in the instruction, training, and supervision of the individuals served, while assisting with personal care as needed. You will be helping the individuals served to learn and develop the skills needed to be included in the community.

** HIRING BONUS**

Become a part of our team and take part in many great benefits:

• Paid Vacation and Sick
• Health Insurance (Starting date of hire!)
• Vision
• HSA
• 11 Paid Holidays (This includes a week-long Winter break!)
• Employer Match Retirement Plan
• Paid Life Insurance
• Hiring Bonus ($750 for full-time! $375 for part-time!)
• Employee Referral Program ($250 per person referred!)

Availability:

• This position is Monday through Friday *
  * NO NIGHTS OR WEEKENDS
  **
• Hours of Operation: 8:00am-4:30pm
• Full-time

Requirements:

• High School Diploma / GED
• Must pass a Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI), physical and drug screen
• Must have valid driver’s license with two years driving experience
• Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities desirable, but we will provide PAID training