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"My reward is watching people learn new things, making long lasting friends and the pure emotion I receive." A quote from Patty about working for UDS.
  • Consumer Outreach Specialist

    Do you enjoy helping others and truly being able to make a difference? Then we have just the opportunity for you! 

    United Disability Services has openings for Consumer Outreach Specialist positions in our Residential program to work flexible part-time hours (10-20 hours per week) taking adults with disabilities into the community. You will be accompanying adults with disabilities in the community by taking them to concerts, helping them budget, attending sporting events, grocery shopping and many more activities. 

    **HIRING BONUS**

    Requirements:

    • High School Diploma/GED
    • Must pass a Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI), physical and drug screen
    • Must have valid driver’s license
    • Must be willing to use own transportation; with mileage reimbursement
    • Required level of car insurance
    • 2 years driving experience with no more than 2 points
    • Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred, but not required

    Pay: Starting at $13.88 – 16.41/hour

    Apply Now 

    Or send resume to: jobs@udsakron.org

    Or mail to:

    Attn: HR (COS)
    United Disability Services
    701 S. Main St.
    Akron, OH 44311

    We provide and support inclusive, life-enriching options through person-centered programs and advocacy
    Equal Opportunity Employer
  • Direct Support Professional I

    Do you enjoy being able to help others and truly make a difference while also having the freedom to spend your NIGHTS and WEEKENDS relaxing or spending time with friends or family? As a Direct Support Professional with United Disability Services, you get all this and more!

    As a DSP, you will fulfill an instructor/trainer role and be directly involved in the instruction, training, and supervision of the individuals served, while assisting with personal care as needed. You will be helping the individuals served to learn and develop the skills needed to be included in the community.

    **HIRING BONUS**

    Become a part of our team and take part in many great benefits:

    • Paid Vacation and Sick
    • Health Insurance (Starting date of hire!)
    • Dental
    • Vision
    • HSA
    • 11 Paid Holidays (This includes a week-long Winter break!)
    • Employer Match Retirement Plan
    • Paid Life Insurance
    • Employee Referral Program ($250 per person referred!)
    • Hiring Bonus ($750 for full-time! $375 for part-time!)
    • Employee Assistance Program

    Availability:

    • This position is Monday through Friday **NO NIGHTS OR WEEKENDS**
    • Hours of Operation: 8:00am-4:30pm
    • Full-time and part-time available

    Requirements:

    • High School Diploma / GED
    • Must pass a Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI), physical and drug screen
    • Must have valid driver’s license
    • Two years driving experience with no more than 2 points
    • Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities desirable, but we will provide PAID training

    Pay: Starting $13.88 – $16.41

    Apply Now 

    Or send resume to: jobs@udsakron.org

    Or mail to:

    Attn: HR (DSP I)
    United Disability Services
    701 S. Main St. Akron, OH 44311

    We provide and support inclusive, life-enriching options through person-centered programs and advocacy
    Equal Opportunity Employer
  • Employment Trainer II

    United Disability Services currently has a Full Time Employment Trainer II position available.  If you want to role model what good work habits and social behaviors are to our individuals then this job is PERFECT for you! This positions provides on-the-job support and retention services to individuals who are employed in the community while representing UDS professionally as a liaison to employers in our community.

    Become a part of our team and take part in many great benefits:

    • Paid Vacation and Sick
    • Health Insurance starting date of hire
    • Dental
    • Vision
    • FSA
    • 11 Paid Holidays
    • Employer Match Retirement Plan
    • Paid Life Insurance 
    • Employee Referral program
    • Hiring Bonus

     

    Availability: This position is Monday through Friday Hours may vary. 

     

    Requirements

    • Bachelor’s Degree in Human or Social Services, Psychology or other related field
    • Successfully complete BCI background check, physical and drug screen. 
    • Valid driver’s license and 2 years driving experience. 
    • Experience working with / training adults with disabilities desirable, but we will provide training.

    Pay: Starting at $16.15 – $19.16 /hour 

    **HIRING BONUS** $750.00 

    Apply Now 

    Send resume to: jobs@udsakron.org

    Or mail to:
    Attn: Human Resources (ARBC)
    United Disability Services
    701 S. Main St.
    Akron, OH 44311

  • Full-Time Driver

    BUS / VAN DRIVER 

    United Disability Services has an immediate opening for a Full-Time On-Call Driver to transport persons with and without disabilities and provide passenger assistance. Candidates must possess the ability to provide passenger assistance and demonstrate understanding and compassion for the general and specific needs of the passengers they transport.

    **HIRING BONUS**

    Requirements:

    • High School Diploma / GED 
    • Must have a valid driver’s license
    • 2 years driving experience with no more than 2 points
    • Must pass a Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI), physical and drug screen 
    • Acquire and maintain a valid Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card

    Pay: Starting at $15.30/hour 

    Apply Now 

    Send resume to: jobs@udsakron.org

    Or mail to:
    Attn: Human Resources (ARBC)
    United Disability Services
    701 S. Main St.
    Akron, OH 44311

  • On Call Driver

    BUS / VAN DRIVER 

    (Part-Time)

    United Disability Services has an immediate opening for a Part-Time On-Call Driver to transport persons with and without disabilities and provide passenger assistance. Candidates must possess the ability to provide passenger assistance and demonstrate understanding and compassion for the general and specific needs of the passengers they transport.

    **HIRING BONUS**

    Requirements:

    • High School Diploma / GED 
    • Must have a valid driver’s license
    • 2 years driving experience with no more than 2 points
    • Must pass a Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI), physical and drug screen 
    • Acquire and maintain a valid Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card

    Pay: Starting at $13.88 – $16.41/hour 

    Apply Now 

    Send resume to: jobs@udsakron.org

    Or mail to:
    Attn: Human Resources (ARBC)
    United Disability Services
    701 S. Main St.
    Akron, OH 44311

  • Direct Support Professional II

    Do you enjoy being able to help others and truly make a difference while also having the freedom to spend your NIGHTS and WEEKENDS relaxing or spending time with friends or family?  As a Direct Support Professional II with United Disability Services, you get all this and more!

    As a Direct Support Professional II you will be responsible for the development and instruction of social/recreational/leisure activities to adults with developmental disabilities.

    Become a part of our team and take part in many great benefits:

    • Paid Vacation and Sick
    • Health Insurance (Starting date of hire!)
    • Dental
    • Vision
    • HSA
    • 11 Paid Holidays (This includes a week-long Winter break!)
    • Employer Match Retirement Plan
    • Paid Life Insurance
    • Employee Referral Program ($250 per person referred!)
    • Hiring Bonus ($750 for full-time! $375 for part-time!)
    • Employee Assistance Program

    Availability:

    • This position is Monday through Friday **NO NIGHTS OR WEEKENDS**
    • Hours of Operation: 8:00am-4:30pm
    • Full-time and part-time available

    Requirements:

    • Associate degree in related field
    • Must pass a Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI), physical and drug screen.
    • Must have valid driver’s license.
    • Two years driving experience with no more than 2 points.
    • Experience with activity/recreational therapy is preferred, but not required.
    • Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities is desirable, but we will provide PAID

    Pay: Starting $16.15 – $19.16

    United Disability Services is a social service not-for-profit agency that has been meeting the social, vocational, community living, low vision and transportation needs of people with disabilities since 1949.

    APPLY DIRECTLY: HERE

    Or send resume to:

    Selena (HR Recruiter lkiefer@udsakron.org Or mail to: Attn: HR (DSP II)

    United Disability Services 701 S Main St Akron Ohio 44311

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