Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Columbus

Job Description

Job Description

Join our Residential Team as a Direct Support Professional (DSP)  and help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities with daily living skills, meal preparation, activities, appointments, and personal care assistance.

"There are many cool things about my job! I get to form special relationships and bonds with our individuals and see growth as I assist and encourage them - anything from a silly handshake to helping someone learn to talk and better communicate with others, as well as receiving appreciation from the families of our individuals." - T.B.

Opening:

• Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Hattie Larlham needs caring and compassionate candidates like you to help us achieve our mission.
• Shift: We operate 24/7/365 and have Direct Care positions available right now.
• Location: We have over 60 homes throughout the Columbus area and will match you with the perfect fit!

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ohio Driver's License with five or fewer points
• Personal vehicle with car insurance 
• Must be able to lift and assist individuals

Apply today to learn more!

We provide paid training for all new employees so you can provide the high-quality care and services we demand for the people we serve.

Rewards and Benefits:

• Competitive Rates - Starting rate $18.00 / hr + shift differential.
• Earned Wage Access – Access your earned wages prior to Pay Day!
• Bonuses - Earn up to $2000 for each friend or family member we hire after you tell them about the great job opportunity you've discovered working as a Direct Care Worker.
• Paid Training - Learn First Aid/CPR, proper lifting techniques, how to maneuver a wheelchair, and understand non-verbal cues. 
• Get Recognized – Your hard work will be rewarded with special event meals, gift card drawings, service recognition, awards, and numerous opportunities to win things like tickets, gift cards, and so much more!
• Paid Time Off - Work hard and relax. We all need a vacation every now and then and it's pretty cool when we're paid to relax! PTO is available at 24 hours/week and you get six (6) paid holidays when you're full-time.
• "Shif-Dif" – Make extra cash when you work 2nd or 3rd shift and on weekends.
• Wellness - Health Insurance Eligibility 1st of the Month After Hire – multiple Medical Plan Options, Dental, and Vision Plans, Free Life Insurance Policy, Employer Match Retirement Program, Employee Referral Bonus Program, and much more.
• Career or Stepping-Stone - With several employees with over 40 years of service, you too just might want to stay here awhile. If you are in college for a career in the medical field, Hattie Larlham is the perfect place to get hands-on experience for your chosen career. 

About:  Hattie Larlham is a not-for-profit disability service organization providing care and support to over 1,600 children and adults throughout Ohio. Because we believe life is sacred, Hattie Larlham enhances the quality of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families through our commitment to comfort, joy and achievement. Our compassionate and dedicated staff focuses on creating a nurturing environment in which individuals have opportunities to learn, have fun, feel safe, loved, and make choices about what happens in their lives.