Demo

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

ViaQuest |
Akron, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/31/2026
Direct Support Professional/ Akron, OH Area
A Great Opportunity
 / $17.30-$18.30 per hour
______________
 
At ViaQuest Residential Services our DSPs provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities in intermediate care facilities and their homes. Training for this position is provided in its entirety so no experience is required. Apply today and make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve! 
 
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: 
  • Candidates without experience. We provide training!
  • 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. 
  • Candidates of all ages (high school graduates - retirees). 
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.
Requirements for this position include:   
  • At least 18 years of age.  
  • High school diploma or GED is required. 
  • Personal, reliable vehicle that you're willing and able to use to transport individuals served. 
  • Valid OH driver's license and car insurance.  
  • Motor Vehicle Record Must meet ViaQuest's Authorized Driver Criteria  
  • Can push, lift or carry up to 50 lbs. and can climb, balance, kneel and crouch. 
About ViaQuest Residential Services 
To learn more about ViaQuest Residential Services please visit: http://www.viaquestinc.com/specialized-services/residential-services/

Would you like to refer someone else to this job and earn a bonus? 
Participate in our referral program! 
https://www.viaquestinc.com/contact/external-referral-program/
 
From Our Employees To You
http://careers.viaquestinc.com/viaquest-culture-of-choice/

Do you have questions?
Email us at Careers@ViaQuestInc.com 

 

Salary : $17 - $18

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs with skills like those required for the Direct Support Professional (DSP).

Click the checkbox next to the jobs that you are interested in.

  • Data Entry-Keyboarding Skill

    • Income Estimation: $34,805 - $44,238
    • Income Estimation: $35,191 - $44,788
  • Document Archiving Skill

    • Income Estimation: $52,584 - $79,446
    • Income Estimation: $48,598 - $64,700
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at ViaQuest |

  • ViaQuest | Portsmouth, OH
  • Floater Behavioral Health Case Manager A Great Opportunity / $18-$21 per hour / Full Time At ViaQuest Psychiatric & Behavioral Solutions we offer unique an... more
  • 9 Days Ago

  • ViaQuest | Athens, OH
  • Mental Health Therapist (LSW or LPC required) A Great Opportunity& / $50,000 - $55,000 per year plus bonuses At ViaQuest Psychiatric & Behavioral Solutions... more
  • 9 Days Ago

  • ViaQuest | Columbus, OH
  • RN Supervisor- ICF Program A Great Opportunity / Full Time/ North Central and Central, Ohio/ $75,000~$80,000 per year We provide quality support and servic... more
  • 9 Days Ago

  • ViaQuest | Akron, OH
  • Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner – Long-Term Care (Adults 18 ) A Great Opportunity / Full Time At ViaQuest we provide specialized, individualized psychiatric... more
  • 10 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Direct Support Professional (DSP) jobs in the Akron, OH area that may be a better fit.

  • AGENTIC CLIENT SUPPORT SERVICES LLC Barberton, OH
  • Benefits: Flexible schedule Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Direct Support Professional (DSP) POSITION SUMMARY As a Direct... more
  • 15 Days Ago

  • Consumer Support Services, Inc. Medina, OH
  • Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a positive difference in someone's life? Consumer Support Services is looking for a motivated applicant... more
  • 4 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!