Direct Support Professional (DSP)-Day Program

Do you want to make a DIFFERENCE in someone's life? Become a Direct Support Professional!!

Advancing Abilities Day Program is located Piketon, Ohio.

1 FULL-TIME DAY POSITION OPEN! (Mon-Fri 8am-4pm)

1 FULL-TIME EVENING POSITION OPEN! (Mon-Fri 1pm-9pm)

Wage Scale: $16.05/hour-$20.61/hour (Based on previous experience in the field of developmental disabilities)

Paid Training!!

Must Possess all of the Following

• A sincere desire to provide direct service and support to persons with developmental/intellectual disables
• ability to make sound judgments when given guidance and priorities
• ability to work as a team member to maintain consistency and quality in services
• ability to exchange support, constructive criticism, and ideas with other staff members

Direct Support Professionals are responsible to provide direct services and supports to the individual with developmental/intellectual disabilities, including, but not limited to: assisting in maintaining a clean, safe living environment, personal hygiene, meal preparation and completion of various workshop tasks; and supervising, teaching, and assisting the individual in every aspect of their life, with the goals of fostering increased independence, choice and empowerment. Think of a DSP as everything you do in your life - this career is helping another person do that exact thing!

Minimum Requirements :High School Diploma/GED, minimum 21 year of age, valid driver's license, personal liability insurance, good driving record, and a clear background check.