Youth Support Specialist (DSP)ViaQuest

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Not-remote
$18.25 - $19.25/hr
Total comp
Expected total yearly pay with bonus and equity at target, including any base pay.
Hourly
Youngstown, OH

Job Summary

Youth Support Specialist (DSP)

A Great Opportunity / Part Time OPENINGS/ All Shifts available / $18.25-$19.25 per hour

At ViaQuest 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 ViaQuest 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 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.
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:

Must be at least 18 years old
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Driver's License
- Motor Vehicle Record must meet 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
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