Youth Support Specialist (DSP)
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Youth Support Specialist- (DSP)
A Great Opportunity / $18.25-$19.25 per hour / Middleburg Heights, OH
A Great Opportunity / $18.25-$19.25 per hour / Middleburg Heights, OH
At ViaQuest ICFs, our DSPs provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes. Training for this position is provided in its entirety! Apply today and make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve!
What ViaQuest can offer you:
- Paid training including CPR, First Aid and Medication Administration courses and certifications.
- Paid daily orientation. Apply today, start earning pay tomorrow.
- 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.
- Employee referral bonus program.
This position is great for:
- 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).
- Paraprofessionals, Caregivers, STNAs, CNAs, Personal Care Aides, Home Health Aides (HHA), nursing students!
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.
- Providing personal care assistance.
- Companion care / Caregiving
Requirements for this position include (What You'll Need):
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Must be at least 18 years old
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High School Diploma or GED
- Valid Driver's License
- Motor Vehicle Record must specific requirements including (but not limited to):
- No OVI/DUI's, reckless operations, or speeding violations more than 20 MPH over posted limit
- No more than 2 moving violations in the last 2 years or more than 5 points
- Motor Vehicle Record must specific requirements including (but not limited to):
- Reliable vehicle with active insurance
- Ability to lift, push, or carry up to 50 pounds
- Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, balance, and assist individuals as needed
About ViaQuest Residential Services
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From Our Employees To You
Do you have questions?
Email us at Careers@ViaQuestInc.com