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DSP (Direct Support Professional)- FT 2nd shift

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Richland County Board of Developmental Disabilities (Richland Newhope)

Mansfield, OH (In Person)

$41,246 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 6 days ago (Updated 4 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/1/2026

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Job Description

Full-Time 2nd shift available
PRIMARY FUNCTION OF THE DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
Provide assistance and personal care, including but not limited, to feeding and bathing for people with developmental disabilities. The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for providing supports, including direct personal care and assistance to adults with developmental disabilities who reside with us. The DSP also provides supervision and assistance with implementing goals. This position works in cooperation with other staff to assist in medical services and maintain a clean & healthy living environment. The DSP is responsible for maintaining records and may perform other related duties.
BENEFITS FOR A DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
sick time, personal time, vacation, holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, retirement and the opportunity for quarterly attendance bonus. Optional benefitsincludemedical w/dental, vision, life insurance & AD&D (Board pays for 1st $20,000), short & long term disability.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR A DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
High School Diploma or GED, or enrolled in program for completion within 1 year of start date; valid Ohio Driver's License and auto insurance for Group Home setting, or license and auto insurance/ State Id for Raintree, bank account; physically able to lift 50 lbs., bend, stoop, position, and transfer; successful completion of a background check, physical exam, drug test, and TB test; may be required to work independently without direct supervision. Must be available to work additional hours when necessary. May be required to work in more than one home.
EXPERIENCE
3 to 6 months experience in DD or related field preferred. Paid training provided.
CERTIFICATION FOR A DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
Requires completion of Delegated Nursing Certification for group home setting during first 30 days. Complete and maintain First Aid and CPR certification on an ongoing basis. Training for courses is provided at no cost to employee. Employee is paid hourly rate for all training (Delegated Nursing, First Aid, CPR, etc). TB testing required annually.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$19.83 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
caregiving: 1 year (Preferred) working with people with developmental disabilities: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
State Id or Driver's License (Required)
Work Location:
In person