Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Remote Status: On-Site Job Id:  40269 # of Openings:  1

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

• 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. 

• 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). 

• 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.

• 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 ViaQuest's Authorized Driver Criteria
• Can push, lift or carry up to 50 lbs. and can climb, balance, kneel and crouch.