About this role
🌟 Join Our Team as a Direct Support Professional (DSP)! 🌟
Location: Mt. Vernon, Ohio
Company: Independent Beginnings
Are you ready to start a career thats more than just a job ? Were looking for caring, dependable, and motivated individuals to join our team of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in Mt. Vernon, OH!
As a DSP, youll help adults with developmental disabilities live meaningful, independent lives. Whether its assisting with daily routines, joining community outings, or celebrating personal goals — youll make a difference every single day.
We welcome fresh new faces who bring positive energy, compassion, and a willingness to learn.
✨ No experience? No problem — we provide paid training and full support!
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💡 What Youll Do
- Support individuals with daily living activities (meals, hygiene, personal care)
- Encourage independence and community involvement
- Assist with transportation to appointments or activities
- Build genuine, lasting relationships with those you support
- Create a safe, respectful, and fun environment
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🌈 Why Youll Love Working With Us
- 💸 Paid training and ongoing skill development — we set you up for success!
- 🕒 Flexible scheduling — day, evening, and overnight shifts available
- 🌱 Career growth — we promote from within!
- 🤝 Supportive, team-oriented atmosphere
- 💖 Meaningful work — every day brings purpose and connection
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🏠 Company Overview
At Independent Beginnings , we provide best-in-class home health care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our DSPs and caregivers are the heart of what we do — providing supportive services, companionship, and compassion.
If you have a passion for helping others and want a career that truly makes a difference, wed love to meet you!
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🕓 Shifts Available
- Full-Time
- Part-Time
- Days, Nights, and Weekends
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💵 Compensation & Benefits
- $18.00–$19.00/hour (based on experience, longevity, and behavior)
- $3 weekend add-on rate (applies to select shifts)
- Quarterly incentive bonus potential
- Attendance bonus
- PTO for full-time employees after 90 days (with cash-out options)
- Never scheduled outside your availability — overtime is your choice
- Weekly pay
- Paperless documentation via app systems
- 401(k) with company match after one year
- Health insurance allowance
- $350 Employee Referral Program
- Holiday premium pay
- Paid training for CPR/First Aid and Medication Administration
- 8% discount on AT&T Wireless Services
- Fun, transparent, and supportive team atmosphere
- Flexible schedule to maintain a healthy work/life balance
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🚗 In This Role, Youll
- Provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities
- Assist with daily activities such as personal care, housekeeping, and meal preparation
- Collaborate with coworkers, families, and medical professionals to promote independence
- Transport clients to appointments and activities (mileage reimbursement provided)
🌟 If youre ready to make an impact and join a team that truly values you — apply today!
📍 Location: Mt. Vernon, Ohio
Qualifications
Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must be able to communicate in English, including both spoken and written
- A personal vehicle that is well maintained if transporting clients
- Must successfully complete a criminal background check
Preferred Experience:
- One year working with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities is preferred
- Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver / Home Health Aide / Home Health Care / Personal Care experience is a plus
Licenses/Certifications:
- CPR/First Aid - Provided if you are not currently certified
- Medication Administration - Provided if you are not currently certified
- Must have a valid driver's license with no more than 5 points on your driving record if transporting clients
- DODD Provider Training
- Proof of personal auto insurance