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Direct Support Professional

Easter Seals Central & Southeast Ohio, Inc.
South Point, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 3/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/29/2025

Easterseals Central & Southeast Ohio, Inc. is looking for responsible, caring, and compassionate Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to join our growing team. The ideal job candidate will be highly dependable and have a passion for providing support to individuals with physical and/or developmental disabilities. Be a personal companion to clients, assist them with activities of daily living, and work with them to build their independence.

Work availability: Open to work, night shift, overnights, and weekend overnights hours required for night shifts. Currently on 12 hour shifts with one opening for overnights 7pm-7am.

Base starting rate $16.5 per hour HPC. There is also the opportunity to make an additional $1.00 per hour for applicants that have 2 years verifiable experience working with people with disabilities, along with your Competency Based Training!

Applicants must be able to:

pass a background screening

have a valid driver's license with less than 6 points

reliable transportation

a high school diploma or equivalent

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Must be able to lift, carry push or pull a minimum of 50 pounds.

· Frequently requires sitting, standing, walking, bending, squatting, kneeling and reaching.

· May be required to be on feet hours at a time.

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct support to individuals with developmental disabilities in home and community settings.
  • Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication administration.
  • Foster effective communication and build relationships with clients to promote their independence.
  • Implement behavior management strategies and support plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Maintain accurate records and data collection regarding client progress and well-being.
  • Drive clients to appointments and community activities as needed

Easterseals is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Easterseals is committed to a diverse workforce.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $16.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 12 hour shift
  • Night shift
  • Overnight shift
  • Rotating weekends
  • Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

  • South Point, OH 45680 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • South Point, OH 45680: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17

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