Direct Service Professional

Job Description

Description:

Make a Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about helping others live meaningful, independent lives? Do you want a career where your work truly matters? At New Avenues to Independence, we are looking for compassionate, dependable, and motivated individuals to join our team as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs).

As a DSP, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities as they build independence, engage in their communities, and achieve their personal goals. This is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to positively impact lives every day.

Position Details

Pay Rate: Starting at $16.00 per hour

Schedule: Multiple shifts available

Location: Various residential and community-based settings

What You’ll Do

Provide person-centered support to individuals with disabilities in residential homes, community settings, and day programs.

Assist with daily living activities including personal care, meal preparation, medication reminders, housekeeping, and transportation.

Support individuals in building independence and life skills.

Encourage participation in community activities, outings, appointments, and social events.

Foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment that promotes dignity and self-determination.

Build positive, supportive relationships with the individuals you serve.

Collaborate with team members, families, and healthcare professionals to implement individualized support plans.

Assist individuals with routines such as shopping, cooking, cleaning, and attending medical appointments.

Document services and communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.

Why Join New Avenues to Independence?

At New Avenues to Independence, we believe our employees are the heart of our mission. We are committed to creating a supportive work environment where team members feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow professionally while making a lasting impact in the community.

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible spending accounts

403b Retirement Plan

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

PTO – For those working at least 25 hrs per week

Paid Holidays - For those working at least 25 hrs per week

What We’re Looking For

Must be at least 18 years old

High school diploma or GED required

Valid Ohio driver’s license with 4 points or fewer

Valid auto insurance

Compassionate, patient, and dependable attitude

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

A genuine desire to make a positive difference in the lives of others

Employment with our organization is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include criminal history, employment verification, education verification, professional license verification (if applicable), and other screenings permitted by applicable law.

A criminal conviction does not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. We are committed to evaluating each applicant fairly and individually. Any criminal history will be considered in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, taking into account factors such as the nature and seriousness of the offense, the time that has elapsed since the conviction or completion of the sentence, and the relevance of the offense to the responsibilities of the position.

All employment offers are contingent upon the satisfactory completion of the required pre-employment screenings. Providing false, misleading, or incomplete information during the application or hiring process may result in disqualification from consideration or termination of employment if discovered after hire.

Full-time