Youth Support Specialist; DSP- Youngstown

Position: Youth Support Specialist (DSP)- Youngstown

A Great Opportunity / Part Time OPENINGS/ All Shifts available / $18.25-$19.25 per hour INTERVIEW DAYS ARE ON TUESDAYS - from 10AM TO 12PM & 1PM-3PM AT OUR OFFICE! 4740 BELMONT AVE. YOUNGSTOWN, OH 44505 Make sure to bring the following items when you come in to interview:

• OH Driver's License
• I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification (SS Card, Birth Certificate, School Visa, Green Card, etc.)
• Auto Insurance Card
• Highest Level of Education Diploma (High School, GED, Bachelor's Degree etc.)

At Via Quest Residential Services our DSPs provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities in intermediate care facilities and their homes. Apply today and make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve!

We are looking for:

• Individuals who have experience working with youth
  , and comfortable with working alongside clients with possible high behaviors
  .

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.
• Annual pay increases.
• A variety of flexible schedules.
• Employee referral bonus program.

This position is great for:

• 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.

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 his/her life.
• Completing various household tasks including meal preparation and maintaining a clean and safe living environment.

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 OH 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.

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