Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional / Akron, OH Area

A Great Opportunity / Full Time & Part Time :
All Shifts / $17.30-$18.30 per hour

TUESDAY 1/20 FROM 10:00 AM-4:00 PM

WEDNESDAY 1/21 FROM 10:00 AM TO 3:00 PM

Address : 260 Springside Dr. Akron, OH 44333

• Valid 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.)

• 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 flexible schedules.
• Employee referral bonus program.

At Via Quest Residential Services our DSPs provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities in intermediate care facilities and 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!

• 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 their 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 is required.
• Personal, reliable vehicle that you are 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.