Direct Support Professional

Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
Hours & Shifts: Full and part time hours are available; work hours vary by location
Starting Pay: $16.50/hour with an additional $1.00 shift differential on weekends.
Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, critical illness and accident coverage, employer-paid group-term life insurance and long-term disability coverage, 403(b), paid-time-off programs, and employer-paid community membership options.

About Us

LADD is an organization guided by the belief that every person has ability and value, and we empower adults with developmental disabilities to live, work and connect. Our organization leads the transformation of disability housing and services across the nation—furthering independence and creating sustainable and meaningful service models for adults with developmental disabilities. LADD is a recognized and respected voice for community inclusion and innovation in our field.

About the Role

As a Direct Support Professional, you will provide primary support services to individuals with developmental disabilities, while fostering a teaching relationship that encourages healthy and productive personal growth, community inclusion, creativity, and independence.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Promote and support the appropriate level of independent living; which may include teaching, oversight, and hands-on assistance with the activities of daily living
• Encourage an individual’s engagement in social and community activities as well as appropriate physical/wellness activities
• Ensure an individual’s health and safety needs are being met
• Commit to being part of a team that creates and sustains a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace culture.

Candidate Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required
• Current and valid driver’s license (with fewer than 6 points) and vehicle insurance
• Ability to pass a background check (includes physical and a drug screen, and criminal check)
• Ability to work a flexible schedule (including evenings, weekends, and holidays)

For information on LADD, including more information on the services we provide and our company culture, visit our website at www.laddinc.org.

LADD is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.