Direct Support Professional; DSP

Position: Direct Support Professional (DSP)

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Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$18.00/hr - $19.00/hr

Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Newark, OH / $17.75-$18.75 per hour

At Via Quest Residential Services our DSPs provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes. Training for this position is provided in its entirety so no experience is required
. Apply today and make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve!

What Via Quest can offer you

• 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 401k).
• Paid-time off.
• Premium holiday pay.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Annual pay increases.
• A variety of schedules available.
• Employee referral bonus program.

This position is great for

• Candidates without experience. We provide training!
• Those who are interested in starting a career in healthcare.
• Those interested in gaining more experience in the IDD field.
• Nursing assistants and those interested in pursuing a career as an STNA.
• Those who want to gain experience while taking classes or those without a degree.
• Candidates of all ages (high school graduates - retirees).

Responsibilities may include

• 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 their life.
• Completing various household tasks including meal preparation and maintaining a clean and safe living environment.
• Providing personal care assistance.

Requirements for this position include

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Personal, reliable vehicle that you’re willing and able to use to transport individuals served.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license and car insurance.
• Motor Vehicle Record must meet Via Quest’s Authorized Driver Criteria.
• Can push, lift or carry up to 50 lbs. and can climb, balance, kneel and crouch.

About Via Quest Residential Services

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Referral Program

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Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industry

Individual and Family Services

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