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Youth Support Specialist

ViaQuest
Columbus, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 10/29/2025 CLOSED ON 12/17/2025

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ICF Youth Support Specialist (DSP - Direct Support Professional)

A Great Opportunity / Columbus, OH / $18.25-$19.25 per hour

At ViaQuest ICFs, our DSPs provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities in 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.
  • Paid daily orientation. Apply today, start earning pay tomorrow.
  • 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 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.
  • Valid Ohio driver's license and car insurance.
  • Fewer than 6 points in the last three years on your motor vehicle record.
  • Can push, lift or carry up to 50 lbs. and can climb, balance, kneel and crouch.

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