Direct Support Professional - Apply Now!

CLW is a dedicated care provider specializing in day-habilitation and vocational services for adults with developmental disabilities, located in Canton, Ohio. The company is committed to enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities through compassionate care and personalized support in a day program setting. CLW focuses on creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment where clients can participate in various activities aimed at improving their independence, social skills, and overall quality of life. This organization values its workforce highly and strives to provide a positive, rewarding working environment. Currently, CLW is hiring for the role of Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join their full-time day shift team. These positions offer the benefit of a structured weekday schedule, Monday through Friday, with no mandatory overtime, weekends, or evening shifts required. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to contribute meaningfully by directly impacting the lives of developmentally disabled adults. DSPs play a vital role in ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of the clients by assisting them with daily activities and supporting their participation in day-hab and vocational programs. The position starts at a competitive hourly wage of $18, providing financial stability alongside meaningful work. The role emphasizes a team-oriented approach where DSPs collaborate with colleagues to provide consistent, high-quality care. Applicants do not need prior experience in working with individuals with developmental disabilities as CLW offers comprehensive training to prepare them for the responsibilities the job entails. The key attributes CLW looks for are compassion, patience, and a willingness to learn and grow within the role. Work-life balance is a priority at CLW, and the organization explicitly avoids forced overtime or on-call duties, making it attractive for those seeking reliable and predictable working hours. As part of the supportive work environment, CLW offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance to support employees' health needs. Life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverages are also provided, ensuring financial security in various circumstances. Additionally, employees can benefit from a 401(k) plan with a company match to help plan for their future, along with a flexible spending account (FSA) option. To support professional development, tuition reimbursement programs are available for eligible staff members. Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays further contribute to a healthy work-life balance. These comprehensive benefits demonstrate that CLW values its employees not only during working hours but also in their overall well-being and growth. Joining CLW as a Direct Support Professional offers a chance to be part of a caring team making a real difference every day while enjoying competitive pay and robust employee benefits.

• prior experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred but not required
• ability to pass pre-employment physical and drug test
• must be able to pass criminal background requirements
• compassionate heart
• willingness to learn